Phosphatidylserine Powder PS 150 (soy-free) Capsules | Designs for Health | 60 x 150 mg capsules or 50 gram Powder

Phosphatidylserine (PS) is a nutrient essential for optimal brain function. Because it is crucial for the overall health of brain cells, research has shown that it benefits a wide range of brain activities such as mental focus, memory recall, and performance on tasks. There are no foods rich in Phosphatidylserine, except for brain, so PS supplementation is the only way to increase your levels of this valuable brain nutrient. PS is an essential component of all neuronal membranes. The body can make PS, but in far from optimal quantities, and less as we age Therefore, Phosphatidylserine supplementation is the only way to increase your levels of this valuable brain nutrient.

Phosphatidylserine Powder is an excellent delivery system for children and the elderly who may have difficulty swallowing capsules. PS powder has virtually no taste and will dissolve into applesauce or virtually any food. PS is derived from soy.

Further Reading: :: Brain Boosters: Pills and Potions ::

Benefits of Phosphatidyl Serine:

• Improves Mental Focus
• Relieves Depression
• May Help Seasonal Affective Disorder
• Improves Quality of Life in Alzheimer’s Patients
• Helps Prevent Age Related Memory Deterioration

Phosphatidylerine by Designs for Health Categories:

• Brain Wellness Support
• Stress Management

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Serving Size Powder: 1 gram (approx. ½ teaspoon)

Serving Size Capsules: 1 capsule

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Recommended Use for Powder: As a dietary supplement, take one quarter teaspoon (1 gram) or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Recommended Use for Capsules: As a dietary supplement, take one or more capsules per day or as directed by your health care practitioner.

As with any brain energizing nutrient, Phosphatidylserine is best avoided near bedtime as it may prevent sleep. It is best taken with or before breakfast and lunch. If you are taking Phosphatidylserine to treat any medical condition, or are taking medications, especially Phosphatidylserineychotropic medications, it is advisable to take Phosphatidylserine with the guidance of your health care practitioner. Phosphatidylserine is derived from soy, and is suitable for vegetarians. The beneficial level of intake of Phosphatidylserine according to human research is anywhere from 100-800 mg per day. Most studies in humans where Phosphatidylserine has been used to optimize brain function used 300 mg of Phosphatidylserine per day. After an initial loading phase with Phosphatidylserine, long term supplementation at 100 mg per day loading phase with Phosphatidylserine, long term supplementation at 100 mg per day.

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Taurine Capsules and Powder | Designs for Health | 120 capsules or Powder 100 grams

Taurine – Designs for Health? Is an amino acid, a chemical that is a required building block of protein. It is found in large amounts in the brain, retina, heart, and blood cells called platelets. The best food sources are meat and fish, especially shellfish such as muscles, clams and oysters. It is a sulfur-containing amino acid that plays a myriad of roles in promoting health. Those who do not eat these foods regularly, especially vegetarians, may be at risk for taurine deficiency.

The scientific community is still in disagreement as to whether humans make enough taurine in their own metabolism to meet their needs. Also, elevated levels of homocysteine is a sign that the body may be having difficulty making taurine. Because taurine is essential for heart function, immune function, glucose metabolism, and nervous system health, low levels of taurine should be avoided and corrected with dietary changes and/or supplementation.

Some individuals supplement with Taurine as medicine to treat congestive heart failure (CHF), high blood pressure, liver disease (hepatitis), high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), and cystic fibrosis. Other uses include seizure disorders (epilepsy), autism, attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), eye problems (disorders of the retina), diabetes, and alcoholism. It is also used to improve mental performance and as an antioxidant. Antioxidants protect cells of the body from damage that results from certain chemical reactions involving oxygen (oxidation). Supplementation is necessary in infants who are not breastfed because their ability to make it is not yet developed and cow’s milk does not provide enough.

Further Reading: :: Taurine May Help Women’s Hearts ::

Taurine by Designs for Health Categories:

• Amino Acid/Protein Formulas
• Blood Pressure
• Sleep Support
• Stress Management

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Serving Size Powder: ¼ teaspoon

Serving Size Capsules: 1 capsule

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Recommended Use for Powder: As a dietary supplement, take 1.5 grams (approx. one-quarter teaspoon) or more per day or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Recommended Use for Capsules: As a dietary supplement, take one or more capsules per day or as directed by your health care practitioner.

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SAMe | Designs for Health | 200 mg or 400 mg blister packets

SAMe by Designs for Healthis Powerful Intervention for Optimal Neurochemistry, Arthritis, and Liver Health. It is a naturally occurring metabolite found in the human body as well as in plant and animal foods. It is the most active of all methyl donors and has been compared to ATP in its importance for the body. SAMe is involved in the synthesis of neurotransmitters, the hormone melatonin, phospholipids, and polyamines, which control cellular growth. It is also the source of methyl groups inside the nucleus for DNA methylation, which controls gene expression and masking of genetic damage.

SAMe is involved in the synthesis of:

• Neurotransmitters
• The hormone melatonin
• Phospholipids
• Polyamines, which control cellular growth

SAMe is also the source of methyl groups inside the nucleus for DNA methylation which controls gene expression and masking of genetic damage.

SAMe is extremely sensitive to degradation from air and moisture. Designs for Health SAMe is superior to other products on the market due to its stability in the nitrogen blister packs and maximized bioavailability by an enteric coating. It is recommended that each blister be opened immediately before ingesting the tablet. These tablets are enterically coated in order to prevent its breakdown by stomach acidity and promote intact absorption in the small intestine.

Even if the body is producing normal or average levels of SAMe, certain physiological states create an increased demand for it, such as: aging, dietary deficiency, inflammatory states, emotional/physical stress or genetic polymorphysms.

Sub-optimal levels of SAMe in some individuals may be due to insufficient amounts of the precursor amino acid methionine (vegetarianism or poor protein intake). Age-related decline in enzyme efficiencies throughout the body can be improved by increasing the supply of enzyme cofactors such as SAMe, B-vitamins, and magnesium.

To ensure conversion of SAMe to its safe metabolite cysteine and not homocysteine, it is recommended that intake of b-vitamins is optimal. This can easily be achieved by taking one of the following formulas: :: B-Supreme :: Homocysteine Supreme :: or one of the multivitamins like :: Twice Daily Multi :: or :: DFH Complete Multi ::

SAMe Research – Proven Benefits:

Brain

• Alleviates depression and cognitive deficit
• Appetite reduction
• Improves neurotransmitter synthesis and receptor binding

Inflammation & Pain

• Reduces TNF-alpha
• Reduces fibromyalgia pain
• Reduces joint damage
• Joint regeneration in osteo & rheumatoid arthritis due to increased chondrocyte numbers

Liver:

• Liver protection from toxins, drugs and alcohol. Alleviates – Hepatitis, Cirrhosis, Fibrosis
• Increases liver glutathione levels

SAMe by Designs for Health Categories:

• Amino Acid/Protein Formulas
• Brain Wellness Support
• Stress Management

:: Signs of Stress ::
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Serving Size: 1 tablet.

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Serving Size: 1 tablet.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one tablet one to two times daily, preferably on an empty stomach, or as directed by your health care practitioner. Individuals with bipolar (manic) depression should not take SAMe unless under professional medical supervision.

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Prenatal Pro | Designs for Health | 180 capsules

Prenatal Pro™ Designs for Health provides optimal supplementation for women wishing to become pregnant, pregnant women and lactating women. Prenatal Pro™ is the only prenatal multivitamin on the market to use NatureFolate™, a blend of natural folates, in place of synthetic folic acid.Supplementation should start as early as possible, as women need adequate nutrient stores to meet the greater nutrient demands for a growing baby such as calcium, iron and zinc. Nutrient deficiencies are associated with pregnancy complications, low birth weight and birth defects.

Prenatal Pro™ Designs for Health: features mineral chelates with far superior absorption compared to minerals typically found in prenatal multivitamins.

A daily serving of Prenatal Pro™ provides adequate amounts of:

• calcium and magnesium for healthy bone and muscle development.
• Inclusion of healthy amounts of vitamins D and K allow for proper directing of calcium to hard tissues, such as bone and teeth, and not to the soft tissues.
• Ferrochel chelated iron not only has high bioavailability but also excellent tolerability, and does not cause constipation like so many iron sources do.
• Prenatal Pro™ provides 200 mcg of Iodine in each serving, the minimum level recommended during pregnancy and postpartum by the World Health Organization (WHO). Iodine is an important mineral for infants and an important inclusion to this formula, as research has shown that iodine deficiency in infancy can lead to learning disability and lowered achievement motivation.
• Prenatal Pro™ is also designed to prevent the fatigue that is so common during pregnancy.
• Vitamin B6, found in Prenatal Pro™, is known to improve pregnancy nausea.

Prenatal Pro Designs for Health Categories:

• Female Health

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Serving Size: 6 capsules.

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Serving Size: 6 capsules.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take six capsules per day, three twice a day with meals, or as directed by your health care practitioner.

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Policosanol+Guggulipid Capsules | Designs for Health | 60 capsules

Policosanol+Guggulipid Designs for Health is a synergistic blend of two nutrients to naturally support healthy cholesterol levels, Policosanol and Guggulipid.

What is Policosanol? Human studies have shown that policosanol is an effective and safe way to maintain healthy cholesterol levels, without the side effects of drugs. Unlike statin drugs, policosanol does not interfere with the body’s production of CoQ10.

What is Guggulipid? Guggul has been used in traditional Ayurvedic medicine for centuries as a treatment for a variety of disorders. Gugulipid is an extract from the resin of Gum guggul (commiphora mukul), a plant native to India. Guggul’s active components, Z-guggulsterone and E-guggulsterone, are present in the gugulipid extract, and have also been shown to help maintain healthy levels of cholesterol and triglycerides.

Policosanol+Guggulipid Designs for Health Categories:

• Cardiovascular | Lipid Support

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Serving Size Capsules: 1 capsule

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Quercetin + Nettles | Designs for Health | 90 capsules

Quercetin + Nettles Designs for Health: Contains 600 mg Quercetin and 600 mg Nettles. Quercetin is used for its anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory properties. Quercetin also helps protect LDL cholesterol from being damaged and also has anti-estrogenic effects. It acts as a potent polyphenol antioxidant and immune system modulator. Many of Quercetin’s immune support attributes are enhanced by its synergistic relationship with vitamin C. Quercetin is highly active in the skin and lining of the digestive tract.Quercetin has a stabilizing effect on the immune system, helping various types of immune cells maintain their composure under stress. This helps provide tolerance for irritants such as pollen. Quercetin is known to modulate the behavior of the gene signal NF-kappaB, the crucial signal determining how a cell naturally manages stress and inflammation.

Nettle has been documented for its traditional use in treating coughs, tuberculosis, and arthritis and in stimulating hair growth. Test tube studies show that nettle leaf has anti-inflammatory actions. These actions are thought to be caused by nettle preventing the body from making inflammatory chemicals known as prostaglandins. In Europe, nettle root is widely used for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or prostate enlargement. Like saw palmetto, pygeum, and beta-sitosterol, nettle appears to reduce obstruction to urinary flow and decrease the need for nighttime urination

Quercetin + Nettles by Designs for Health can be taken daily for allergies and skin reactions.

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Quercetin + Nettles by Designs for Health Categories:

• Antioxidants
• Allergies

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Serving Size: 3 capsules

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Serving Size: 3 capsules.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take three capsules daily with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner..

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Inositol | Designs for Health | 120 capsules or 100 or 250 grams

Why Inositol by Designs for Health? Inositol is one of the most versatile nutrients for promoting brain wellness, a positive and relaxed outlook, and restful sleep. Inositol is also one of the most crucial nutrients for promoting female hormonal health through its role in supporting optimal liver function. It also helps maintain healthy serotonin metabolism, and by so doing helps treat many conditions that involve poor serotonin function, including depression, agoraphobia, panic disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder.

Inositol also helps prevent and treat pediatric respiratory distress syndrome. Recent studies have also looked into its pain relieving ability. Low levels of inositol occur in patients with diabetes, renal failure, and multiple sclerosis, suggesting inositol may be of benefit here as well.

Signs of inadequate inositol intake include:

• Difficulty falling asleep
• PMS, fibroid tumors, and other problems caused by female hormonal imbalance
• Depression
• Anxiety

NATURE’S SLEEPING PILL: Taking inositol naturally helps the body achieve a more relaxed state. Inositol is prized by many for its ability to promote a more restful sleep. Taken during the day, inositol can help relieve anxiety and promote a more even-tempered mood. Inositol should be taken directly before bedtime to improve sleep quality.

PROMOTING FEMALE HORMONAL HEALTH: Inositol works in partnership with phosphatidyl choline (PC) to help the liver metabolize hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. By doing so, Inositol helps alleviate PMS, fibrocystic breast disease, fibroid tumors, and a range of other health problems caused by female hormonal imbalance. Inositol and PC are must supplements for anyone taking female hormone replacement therapy.

ALLEVIATING DEPRESSION: Depressed patients have lower levels of inositol in their brain. Research shows that taking 6-12 grams of inositol per day for four weeks significantly improves mood and reduces the severity of depression. Inositol can be safely used along with antidepressant medications.

TREATING OTHER AILMENTS:6 grams per day of inositol has helped increase cognitive function in Alzheimer’s patients. The same dose has been found helpful in relieving diabetic neuropathy symptoms. Inositol may also be useful in the treatment of multiple sclerosis by promoting increased nerve conduction. Inositol may turn out to be an essential nutrient for a healthy pregnancy in humans, as animal studies have demonstrated it can prevent folic acid resistant neural tube defects. Inositol may be of particular importance in diabetic pregnancies. Inositol supplementation during pregnancy should only be done with the guidance of a health care practitioner and should not exceed 1,000 mg per day.

TAKING INOSITOL: For general health, a more restful sleep, and an overall positive outlook, start with ½ teaspoon of inositol powder per day. For promoting female hormonal balance, one teaspoon or more per day is helpful. For relieving depression, anxiety, agoraphobia, OCD and panic attacks, 1-4 teaspoons should be used. Inositol powder has a naturally sweet, pleasant taste and mixes easily in water.

Benefits of Inositol:

• Has a relaxing effect which promotes a more restful sleep
• Works in the liver along with phosphatidyl choline to help relieve female hormonal problems such as PMS, fibroid tumors and fibrocystic breast disease
• Useful in the treatment of depression, agoraphobia, panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder
• Helpful in alleviating the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy
• May be essential for a healthy pregnancy, especially in diabetic mothers
• Promotes retinal and lung health
• May be useful in the treatment of Alzheimer’s Disease

Insomnitol by Designs for Health Categories:

• B Vitamin Formulas
• Sleep Support
• Brain Wellness Support
• Endocrine Support
• Stress Management

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Serving Size: 1 capsule.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one or more capsules per day or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Serving Size: 1/4 teaspoon.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one-quarter to one teaspoon per day or as directed by your health care practitioner.

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Metabolic Synergy™ | Designs for Health | 180 capsules

Why Metabolic Synergy™? Metabolic Synergy by Designs for Health is an ideal formula for the metabolic syndrome individual. It includes two more state of the art, newly researched anti-glycating agents carnosine and benfothiamine (a form of vitamin B1) for preventing diabetic complications. The mineral forms of magnesium, chromium, zinc, manganese and vanadium are true chelates from Albion, the leader in the manufacturer of mineral chelates with superior absorption. A few core nutrients have been added to make Metabolic Synergy™ a complete multivitamin mineral. This multivitamin was originally designed by a diabetes specialist, Dr. Ron Rosedale, and was updated with the help of Dr. Bob Steinberg. Do You Know what your blood sugar levels should be? For people without diabetes, according to experts, blood sugar levels should be between 70 and 120 mg/ dL. For people with type 2 diabetes: Fasting (not eating for a period of time): up to 130 mg/dL and After meals: less than 180 mg/dL.

Metabolic Synergy™ by Designs for Health may help:

• Support conversion of carbohydrates to energy
• Lower fasting and average glucose levels (hemoglobin A1C)
• Lower fasting and average insulin and leptin levels with improved tissue sensitivity
• Reduce risk of dysglycemia (blood sugar highs and lows)
• Support pancreatic sensitivity & ability to produce adequate amounts of insulin
• Help prevent problems associated with out-of- control sugar levels (glycation) such as neuropathy, retinopathy, kidney damage, blood vessel damage, pancreatic damage.
• Prevent nutrient deficiencies induced by excessively high glucose/insulin levels
• Lower cardiovascular complications associated with diabetes and insulin resistance
• Protect from metabolic damage induced by excessive fructose consumption
• Lower homocysteine

Metabolic Synergy by Designs for Health Categories:

• Blood Sugar Support
• Endocrine Support
• Multivitamins/Vitamins

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Serving Size: 6 capsules

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Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take six capsules per day, two with each meal or as directed by your health care practitioner.

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MSM Capsules and Powder | Designs for Health | 90 or 240 capsules or Powder 400 grams

MSM by Designs for Health provides most of its benefits by supplying the body with sulfur. Sulfur is responsible for the health promoting and pain-relieving properties of MSM. Approximately half of the sulfur in the body is found in the muscles, skin and bones. Sulfur is necessary for making collagen, the primary constituent of cartilage, skin and connective tissue. MSM 1000 mg capsules is made with OptiMSM™, (methylsulfonylmethane) and is American made in the Great Northwest -Vancouver, Washington, USA

Possible Applications of MSM include:

• Acne
• Allergies
• Bursitis and Rheumatism
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Fibromyalgia
• Heartburn
• Mercury Removal
• Muscle Pain
• Osteoarthritis
• Tendonitis

Acid Lowering/Heartburn Relieving Effects - Pilot studies have suggested that MSM can provide extremely effective and immediate relief from excess acidity, and without side effects, unlike the prescription antacids or acid-blockers. It can be taken every day without disturbing any of the body’s normal functions, including acid/alkaline balance.

Allergies – MSM has strong anti-inflammatory activity on the body which can greatly assist in reducing inflammation that is common in allergic reactions.3 Both environmental and food allergies can be reduced. Asthma and hay fever sufferers also have reported significant relief.

Arthritis – MSM has shown excellent potential in the treatment of osteoarthritis. Studies have shown it to be as effective as medication for pain relief in osteoarthritis, and without any of the toxicity of drug treatments. It has also been found helpful in rheumatoid arthritis.

Preventing Breast Cancer – Research in animal studies has shown that oral MSM can protect against the onset of breast cancer. In both breast and colon cancer studies, it significantly prolonged the time of appearance of both tumors and cancers.

MSM 100 mg capsules by Designs for Health:

• Produced using the MSM from the original and sole licensee to the R.J. Herschler MSM use patents
• Manufactured in an NNFA GMP-certified MSM facility
• Kosher and Halal-certified
• The only MSM endorsed by Stanley W. Jacob, M.D
• The premium brand of MSM available through manufacturers
• The most thoroughly tested in the market to guarantee OptiMSM™, is positively pure.

Where Does MSM Come From? It originates in the oceans where microscopic plankton release sulfur compounds into seawater, which is quickly converted to DMS, a volatile sulfur compound that escapes into the atmosphere. In this suspended, gaseous state, the DMS reacts with ozone and ultraviolet sunlight to create DMSO and DMSO2, known as MSM. MSM then falls to the earth with the rain, where it is collected and concentrated in plants. Although it is abundant in nature, even the richest natural sources only provide MSM in the level of several parts per million. Commercial extraction of MSM from trees is not possible. MSM is produced by oxidizing DMSO. This process parallels the natural oxidation of DMSO to MSM that occurs in the marine atmosphere and produces MSM that is chemically identical to that found in nature.

MSM Designs for Health Categories:

• Bone, Joint & Muscle Support
• Healthy Skin & Vein Support
• Inflammatory Response Support

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Serving Size: 1 capsule

MSM Capsules:

Serving Size: 5 grams (approx. 1 heaping teaspoon)

MSM Powder:

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Serving Size: 1 capsule.

Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one to three capsules daily or as directed by your health care practitioner

How to Take MSM: MSM should be taken daily. It is best to start with 1,500 mg of MSM for the first week in order to prevent the body from detoxifying too quickly, which can occur in some taking too much MSM initially. After the first week, the dose can be increased to 3-10 grams per day (3,000 to 10,000 mg).

This dose can be taken as long as needed. When taking larger doses, the powdered form of MSM is more convenient and economical. To improve the taste of MSM powder, dissolve it in lemon juice and water, or in cranberry juice. Taking MSM at the same time as other supplements is also a good idea, as MSM works synergistically with all nutrients. For the best results, spread your MSM dosage equally throughout the day. MSM is safe in high doses and to date has yet to be found to interfere or interact with any medications. Many also find that adding MSM powder to their bath water helps relieve pain and aid detoxification.

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Weight Loss Support Packets | Designs for Health | 60 packets

Weight Loss Support Packets Designs for Health provides additional support to help the body use fat for fuel, improve insulin sensitivity, modulate cortisol, reduce cravings, improve metabolism, increase energy and improve leptin resistance. They are a great booster for any weight loss program and now contain CLA. There’s an old saying: Lose it slowly, keep it off. This adage makes sense for at least one reason: Losing weight slowly means you’ve had time to adopt new behaviors, like eating less and exercising more. And when you focus on the process of changing your habits — not just on losing weight — those new and healthier habits will be a big boost in helping you attain your weight loss goals. Browse through this calorie and nutritional information with an easy to use calculator and learn which foods and beverages work for your waistline and which ones don’t.

Weight Loss Support Packets Designs for Health provide support to help the body:

• use fat for fuel
• improve insulin sensitivity
• modulate cortisol
• reduce cravings
• improve metabolism
• increase energy
• improve leptin resistance

Each Weight Loss Support Packet by Designs for Health contains:

Carnitine Synergy™ (2 capsules); for the promotion of optimal fat burning by the mitochondria.

EndoTrim™ (2 capsules); a comprehensive endocrine balancing formula designed to promote optimal insulin, leptin and cortisol balance.

CLA (2 softgels); promotes natural fat metabolism by inhibiting the growth of fat cells. Each daily 4-softgel serving (2 packets) provides 3.2 grams of CLA, an efficacious dose that has been shown, in studies, to be an effective means of reducing abdominal obesity.

Weight Loss Support Packets by Designs for Health Categories:

• Weight Management
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