Supplement

Written by Melissa Bistricer, RDN

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Just because you eat a well-balanced diet, doesn’t mean you can’t benefit from supplements. This is because our fruits and vegetables, aren’t grown with the same nutrient dense soil as in the past.†

Staying Healthy Through Lifestyle, Diet & Supplement’s

Health at every age is extremely important. A healthy diet, lifestyle and supplement routine, helps support normal function in the body and anti-aging. This promotes a feeling of physical, mental and social well-being. You can learn more about diet and supplements that support wellness at InViteⓇ Health.† Adhering to a healthy diet is key! When you follow the general guidelines according to The My Plate Method, we should be consuming ½ a plate of non-starchy vegetables, ¼ of a plate of Carbohydrates, and ¼ of a plate of protein.†

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Vitamins, Minerals, & Recommended Supplement Routine

Krill Oil Advanced is derived from shrimp-like crustaceans that provide important omega-3 fatty acids (EPA & DHA). According to the American Heart Association omega-3, fatty acids help to protect against cardiovascular disease. Studies have shown krill oil has the ability to lower blood pressure and triglyceride levels.†

A randomized, double-blind, parallel-group study was done on krill oil effects on brain function. The results indicated a significant change in cognition in elderly adults. Krill oil, with mainly polyunsaturated fatty acids (omega-3), is effective in supporting brain health. It has also been seen to support blood vessel function, healthy circulation and blood pressure, heart health, cholesterol levels, and brain health. The astaxanthin in the Krill Oil Advanced formula at InViteⓇ Health is a powerful antioxidant that helps promote a healthy inflammatory response and heart health.†

Probiotic HxⓇ is formulated to provide “good” bacteria in your intestines, for proper digestion and overall health. The body naturally needs certain strains of healthy bacteria. This is needed to counteract the negative effects of unhealthy bacteria that often lead to digestive concerns; such as bloating and gas, improper immune system function, and skin concerns like acne.†

Probiotic supplements have had a positive impact on several health outcomes. The probiotic at InViteⓇ Health contains 600 million CFU (0.6 billion) of LactoSpore, a healthy bacteria stain colonizing into additional flora. LactoSpore has been proven in human clinical trials to be effective in supporting digestion and a healthy immune system.†

There have been new studies to support the use of probiotics on mental health disorders. Specifically, a clinical trial has studied that the strains to help the most with mental health are lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium bacteria.2 Probiotics have been seen to influence macrophages, signaling the pathways to affect the cytokines and apoptosis. Mental health disorders have been associated with the gut, dysbiosis, and digestion due to inflammation markers.2 The use of probiotics has been studied to help alleviate some mental health symptoms.†

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Core Multivitamin is essential to ensure you are getting a sufficient supply of vitamins and minerals to support your overall health. This can help to combat any depleted nutrients that you are unaware of. The Core Multivitamin is beneficial; it has carotenoid pigments such as lutein and lycopene, and tocotrienols which support brain health, eye health, and circulatory systems.†

Vitamin D3 600 IU is generally known as the sunshine vitamin, is the number 1 common deficiency in the world. Vitamin D is naturally obtained by sunlight, in minimal concentration. You can find it in foods such as sardines, fatty fish, mushrooms, and egg yolks. Adequate levels of vitamin D are essential to promote bone health, immune response, metabolism, and overall health.†

Extensive studies have shown the importance of vitamin D for bone health in children and adults. They also show, Vitamin D helped to reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as autoimmune diseases, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, multiple cancers, and infectious diseases.†

Core Nutritional Program

Krill Oil Advanced supports cardiovascular, brain health and supplies EPA, DHA, astaxanthin, and omega-3, phospholipids to support circulation and memory health †
Probiotic HxⓇ helps friendly bacteria to supply five different clinically studied, non-GMO strains of healthy bacteria, to support healthy digestion, immunity, and skin health †
Core Multivitamin formula provides antioxidants, phytonutrients and essential vitamins and minerals; specifically formulated to support energy while helping to combat nutrient depletions and supporting eye health †
Vitamin D3 600 IU supports bone and immune health, metabolism, and overall wellness. Natural cholecalciferol offers an active form of vitamin D to support adequate levels †

Sources

1. Konagai C, Yanagimoto K, Hayamizu K, Han L, Tsuji T, Koga Y. Effects of krill oil containing n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in phospholipid form on human brain function: a randomized controlled trial in healthy elderly volunteers. Clin Interv Aging. 2013;8:1247-1257. doi:10.2147/CIA.S50349
2. Thomas CM, Versalovic J. Probiotics-host communication: Modulation of signaling pathways in the intestine. Gut Microbes. 2010;1(3):148-163. doi:10.4161/gmic.1.3.11712
3. Should I take a daily multivitamin? The Nutrition Source. https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/multivitamin/. Published November 12, 2021. Accessed April 13, 2022.
4. Holick MF. Evidence-based D-bate on health benefits of vitamin D revisited. Dermatoendocrinol. 2012;4(2):183-190. doi:10.4161/derm.20015