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More information about creatine from the Institute of Sport

Why you might consider using creatine
Creatine may help in increasing lean body mass during resistance training programmes. It may also assist the body in regenerating its own creatine stores after long sessions of intense physical activity.

What it can do
It has been shown that creatine supplementation can enhance performance during exercises, which include repeated sprints and/or sessions of highly intensive physical activity.
Creatine loading results in weight gain induced by fluid retention, which is a by-product of the loading process.
If you are a developed athlete taking part in a resistance training programme, creatine may help to augment lean body mass.

Dosages according to the Australian Institute of Sport
Rapid-loading protocol
20-5 g daily, divided into 4 doses, for 5 days
These doses should be taken with a meal or snack, which contains a substantial amount of carbohydrates (50-100g)
Weight gain of 0.6 – 1.0 kg per week should be expected when using this protocol
Maintenance dose: 3 g/day

Slow-loading protocol
3 g/day consumed with a substantial carbohydrate meal or snack
Maintenance dose: 3 g/day

Who may benefit?
“Creatine will have best results in fit and highly active persons, and may increase their lean body mass by up to 1% in total, but will have little to no effect on the average person who is not involved in intensive sporting activities,” says Professor Tim Noakes from the UCT Sports Science Institute. Creatine can also be taken in to aid in the recovery of muscle injuries such as muscle tears or stretches. Creatine has been shown to aid in the recovery of damaged muscle tissue.

Who should use it?
Creatine can benefit developed athletes who are following resistance training programmes. It is best used by athletes who want to increase their lean body mass, or who want to aid the repair of damaged muscle tissue. Creatine may be used successfully by participants in sports involving irregular activity patterns (e.g. rugby, soccer, basketball, racquet sports).

Who should not use it?
Teen athletes should not use creatine, according to sports scientist Dr Lourens Erasmus. Creatine may increase the muscle mass, but with a bone structure not strong enough to accommodate this increased muscle mass, joints and bones may be damaged.
A person with kidney problems should not use creatine, since this protein compound will increase the workload of the kidneys. “There has not been enough research done with creatine. There is anecdotal evidence suggesting it causes renal problems amongst younger users," according to Shelly Meltzer, a dietician with the Sports Science Institute.

Stronger bones - best combination punch

Calcium and Magnesium are essential to many bodily functions, particularly for bone density and strength. They also are important to maintaining muscle and nerve health. Calcium and Magnesium work together synergistically. The recommended ratio of calcium to magnesium is 2:1. Although Calcium is the central mineral in bone mineralization or calcification, the quality of the Calcium crystals formed is dependent on Magnesium. When Magnesium levels are inadequate, the Calcium crystals are weaker permitting fractures to occur. This occurs regardless of recommended
daily consumption of Calcium supplements. Moreover, muscle function requires both Calcium and Magnesium; Calcium helps muscles contract while Magnesium helps them relax.
This formula uses the citrate salt of Calcium; Calcium Citrate has been documented to be well absorbed and utilized by the body. Published studies suggest that Calcium Citrate may be the optimal form of Calcium supplementation; these studies concluded that individuals might benefit more by taking a Calcium Citrate supplement as opposed to common Calcium Carbonate supplements. These studies compared the Calcium absorption of a Calcium Citrate formulation and a Calcium Carbonate formulation after an oral dose of 500 mg taken with a meal. After measuring blood levels of Calcium, they demonstrated that Calcium Citrate is 2.5 times more bioavailable than Calcium Carbonate. Studies show that Magnesium Citrate is more soluble and better absorbed than other forms of Magnesium. Citrate
does not appear to cause as many gastrointestinal symptoms often associated with other forms of Magnesium.

e3elite edge's Cal – Mag Citrate is formulated to the recommended ratio, and is delivered in a vegetarian tablet.

So you want healthy joints...

Glucosamine and Chondroitin are recognized as the leading supplements for maintenance of healthy joints. MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) is added to further support healthy joint function. e3 elite's Glucosamine Complex with
Chondroitin & MSM is a custom formulation that provides a balanced combination of these nutritional supplements.Research indicates that the combination of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate was more effective at slowing the progression of cartilage breakdown than either of these supplements alone. Recent studies have shown positive effects of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate preparations on joint disorders; these studies concluded that Sulfate is the form best utilized by the body. Glucosamine provides the raw materials needed by the body to manufacture
cartilage. MSM has potential therapeutic application to support healthy inflammatory response and healthy joint function. In addition, this formula contains Bromelain and Boswellia, added for support and designed to enhance the effects of the overall formula.

Glucosamine Sulfate
Glucosamine Sulfate is an aminopolysaccharide, which is a combination of an amino acid (glutamine) and a sugar (glucose). Glucosamine is produced by the body and provides the raw material for substances that provide the
foundation for many of the body’s tissues including cartilage, ligaments, tendons, and collagen to mention a few. Glucosamine also supports the health of tissues that make up many of the body’s organs. Glucosamine may not work as quickly as pain relieving medications, but over time it may be more effective—this is because medications tend to wear off quickly, but Glucosamine continues to work, sometimes for weeks after the supplements are discontinued. Research indicates that Glucosamine may help to relieve the stiffness, pain and swelling associated with joint disorders. In a double-blind clinical trial that compared administration of 1200 mg ibuprofen to 1500 mg of Glucosamine Sulfate, test subjects taking Glucosamine Sulfate experienced less pain than those taking ibuprofen.
Approximately 70 countries worldwide authorize Glucosamine as a ‘treatment’ for persons with mild to moderately severe joint disorders.

Research Indicates
» May support healthy inflammation response
» May promote healthy healing and lessen scarring from
wounds or surgery
» Shows promise in the treatment of kidney stones
(additional research is needed to substantiate any claims)
» Commonly used by medical practitioners in treatment
of joint disorders
» May help alleviate progressive joint damage
» Shown to speed healing of joint sprains and muscle

Recommended Dosage
Typical daily dosage ranges from 500 – 1500 mgs; take 3 to 4 capsules daily with meals.

Cautions
• If you are pregnant or lactating, consult a health care practitioner prior to using this product.
• Glucosamine Sulfate may increase the risk of developing insulin resistance and could decrease the metabolic
actions of insulin. Persons that have diabetes should consult a health care practitioner prior to using products
containing Glucosamine Sulfate.
• Persons allergic to shellfish should not use Glucosamine Sulfate.
• In rare cases mild digestive distress has been reported by those taking Glucosamine Sulfate, taking with a meal typically alleviates this response.

CoQ10 - it is for more than just beautiful skin

Coenzyme Q10 was first identified in 1957. At that time it was known as ubiquinone (from the term ubiquitous)because it is found everywhere in nature. Although Co-Q10 is easily obtained in all plant and animal cells, it is not found in optimum levels; therefore supplementation is necessary. It is a catalyst for food metabolism working in conjunction with enzymes, thus the name “coenzyme”.
Co-Q10 is essential to energy production and necessary for the formation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), a multifunctional chemical compound necessary for healthy cellular maintenance. Co-Q10 functions in the transfer of energy and oxygen between blood and body cells and also between cell components; in other words it is essential for the body’s cells, tissues, and organs. Concentrated amounts are located in cells of the heart, liver, kidney and pancreas. Co-Q10 works together with Vitamin E and may protect it from damage. Current research indicates that it
may play an important role in prevention of various cardiovascular diseases. In addition, research is being conducted to determine whether Co-Q10 may be useful in supporting healthy immune function.

Research Indicates
» Has been shown to support healthy blood pressure
» Shown to prevent oxidation of LDL cholesterol
» Has been associated with an increase in sperm count
» May protect against the side effects of certain drugs
» Gum disease, muscular dystrophy, and obesity have
all been linked to Co-Q10 deficiency
» May support healthy immune function
» May support cardiovascular health
» Shown to protect cell membranes from free radical
damage
» Necessary nutrient for energy production at a cellular
level
» Powerful antioxidant properties
» May support healthy insulin production

Recommended Dosage
Typical daily dosage ranges from 25 – 300 mgs; take 1 capsule daily with a meal.

Cautions
• If you are pregnant or lactating, consult a health care practitioner prior to using this product.
• If you have any type of cardiovascular disease or take heart medication, consult your health care practitioner before taking Co-Q10.

We are hearing a lot about Taurine - what is it?

Taurine is a non-essential, sulfur containing amino acid that is manufactured from cysteine in the body. It is one of the most abundant amino acids in the body and is found in the muscles and nervous system. Taurine participates in many metabolic processes and is involved in glucose uptake. As such, it helps maintain a healthy weight. Taurine is concentrated in parts of the body that have the most electrical activity, for example, the eye, brain and heart. It is the most abundant amino acid in the heart, helping to regulate contraction and pumping action of the heart muscle. In a recent study conducted on patients with congestive heart failure, there was significant improvement in heart function on the patients that were given Taurine. Additionally, Taurine may support healthy blood pressure, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglyceride levels as well. It is vital to the regulation of Sodium, Potassium, Calcium, and Magnesium. Taurine is considered a neurotransmitter, and may therefore support a healthy mood.

e3elite has Taurine 500mg is available in 60 count vegetarian capsules.

Research Indicates
» May support healthy blood pressure
» Considered a neurotransmitter, and may support a healthy mood
» Helps support a healthy nervous system
» Supports healthy blood sugar balance
» Supports healthy liver function
» Supports healthy cardiovascular function
» May act as an antioxidant
» Helps maintain cell membranes

Recommended Dosage
Typical daily dosage ranges from 500 – 1500 mgs; take 1 capsule, one to three times daily.

Cautions
• If you are pregnant or lactating, consult your health care practitioner prior to taking this product.

Glutamine - function & studies

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and is involved in more metabolic processes than any other amino acid. Glutamine is an amino acid that helps the body maintain the proper PH balance and is a necessary part of the synthesis of RNA and DNA. Glutamine is converted to glucose when the body requires more glucose as an energy source. It also helps promote a healthy digestive tract, serving as a source fuel for cells lining the intestines.

Studies indicate that a deficiency of Glutamine may be a factor in many gastrointestinal disorders. In fact, scientists believe that supplementation can improve overall intestinal health. Glutamine can easily pass the blood-brain barrier where it is converted into glutamic acid. It is not one of the nine essential amino acids (which refers to aminos that the body does not manufacture and that must be ingested), but during times of extreme stress or prolonged illness, it is important to supplement with glutamine. L-glutamine supports the growth of new cells; and it may enhance the healing of wounds such as burns, surgical and traumatic wounds and cuts.
e3 elite's formula uses the L form of Glutamine because it is closer to that which is manufactured by the body. It is derived from a natural fermentation process of glucose and starches.

Research Indicates
» Deficiency may be linked to several gastrointestinal
disorders. Supplementation may improve symptoms of
these disorders while supporting overall health of the
intestines
» Supports cellular energy, growth and repair
» May support healthy immune function
» May be useful in the enhancement of wound healing and muscle recovery

Recommended Dosage:
Typical daily dosage ranges from 500 – 1500 mgs; take 1 capsule, one to three times daily, preferably on an empty stomach.

Cautions
• If you have any type of kidney or liver disease, are taking anti-seizure medications, or are pregnant or lactating, consult a health care practitioner prior to using this product.

Colorful Eating

Choose more vegetables and fruits. Go for color and variety—dark green, yellow, orange, and red.

It's hard to argue with the health benefits of a diet rich in vegetables and fruits: Lower blood pressure; reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and probably some cancers; lower risk of eye and digestive problems; and a mellowing effect on blood sugar that can help keep appetite in check.

Most people should aim for at least nine servings (at least 4½ cups) of vegetables and fruits a day, and potatoes don't count. Go for a variety of kinds and colors of produce, to give your body the mix of nutrients it needs. Best bets? Dark leafy greens, cooked tomatoes, and anything that's a rich yellow, orange, or red color.

The New Food Pyramid - My Pyramid

The new food pyramid that’s actually based on the latest and best science.
We can’t look at a pyramid these days without thinking of food and healthy eating. There was the U.S. government’s Food Guide Pyramid, followed by its replacement, My Pyramid, which was basically the same thing, just pitched on its side. The problem was that these efforts, while generally well intentioned, have been quite flawed at actually showing people what makes up a healthy diet. Why? Their recommendations have often been based on out-of-date science and influenced by people with business interests in their messages.

There may be a better alternative: the Healthy Eating Pyramid, built by the faculty in the Department of Nutrition at the Harvard School of Public Health.

Read more about how to follow the Healthy Eating Pyramid.

Based on the latest science, and unaffected by businesses and organizations with a stake in its messages, the Healthy Eating Pyramid is a simple, trustworthy guide to choosing a healthy diet. Its foundation is daily exercise and weight control, since these two related elements strongly influence your chances of staying healthy. The Healthy Eating Pyramid builds from there, showing that you should eat more foods from the bottom part of the pyramid (vegetables, whole grains) and less from the top (red meat, refined grains, sugary drinks, and salt).

http://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/files/Healthy-Eating-Pyramid-handout.pdf

A Diet Plan Just For Runner's From Runner's World.com

A Diet Plan Just For Runner's From Runner's World.com

B Vitamins Studies & Clarification

One of the advances that changed the way we look at vitamins was the discovery that too little folate, one of the eight B vitamins, is linked to birth defects such as spina bifida and anencephaly.

Fifty years ago, no one knew what caused these birth defects, which occur when the early development of tissues that eventually become the spinal cord, the tissues that surround it, or the brain goes awry. More than three decades ago, British researchers found that mothers of children with spina bifida had low vitamin levels. (1) Eventually, two large trials in which women were randomly assigned to take folic acid (the form of folate added to multivitamins or fortified foods) or a placebo showed that getting too little folate increased a woman's chances of having a baby with spina bifida or anencephaly and that getting enough folate could prevent these birth defects. (2, 3)

Timing of folate is critical: For folate to be effective, it must be taken in the first few weeks after conception, often before a woman knows she is pregnant.

Enough folate, at least 400 micrograms a day, isn't always easy to get from food. That's why women of childbearing age are urged to take extra folic acid as a supplement. It's also why the US Food and Drug Administration now requires that folic acid be added to most enriched breads, flour, cornmeal, pastas, rice, and other grain products, along with the iron and other micronutrients that have been added for years. (4)

Since the advent of mandatory folate fortification in 1998, neural tube birth defects have dropped by 20 to 30 percent, and studies have shown that far fewer people have low levels of folate in their blood. (5)

The other exciting discovery about folate and two other B vitamins, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12, is that they may help fight heart disease and some types of cancer. It's too early to tell if there's merely an association between increased intake of folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 and heart disease or cancer, or if high intakes prevent these chronic diseases.

B Vitamins and Heart Disease
In 1968, a Boston pathologist investigated the deaths of two children from massive strokes. Both had inherited conditions that caused them to have extremely high levels of a protein breakdown product in their blood, and both had arteries as clogged with cholesterol as those of a 65-year-old fast-food addict. (6) Putting one and one together, he hypothesized that lower, but still elevated levels of homocysteine would contribute to the artery-clogging process of atherosclerosis. Since then, most—but not all—studies have linked high levels of this breakdown product, called homocysteine, with increased risks of heart disease and stroke. However, linking higher levels of homocysteine with heart disease risk does not necessarily mean that lowering homocysteine levels will lower risk. That requires testing in randomized trials.


Vitamin B-12 Deficiency: Causes and Symptoms

Several factors may cause vitamin B12 deficiency:

Avoiding animal products. People who do not eat any meat, fish, poultry, or dairy products are at risk of becoming deficient in vitamin B12, since B12 is only found naturally in animal products. That's why vegans should make sure to include B12-fortified foods or a B12 supplement in their diets.
Lack of intrinsic factor. Vitamin B12 deficiency can also be caused by a lack of "intrinsic factor" (a substance secreted by gastric cells that binds to vitamin B12 and enables its absorption). This can lead to so-called "pernicious anemia," and ultimately to serious neurological damage.
Lack of stomach acid. A much more common cause of deficiency, especially in older people, is a lack of stomach acid, because stomach acid is required to liberate vitamin B12 from food. An estimated 10 to 30 percent of adults over the age of 50 have difficulty absorbing vitamin B12 from food. (22) Even people who lack adequate stomach acid can typically absorb vitamin B12 from fortified foods or supplements, however, providing yet another reason to take a multivitamin.
Symptoms of B12 deficiency include memory loss, disorientation, hallucinations, and tingling in the arms and legs. Some people diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer's disease are actually suffering from the more reversible vitamin B12 deficiency.
Folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 play key roles in recycling homocysteine into methionine, one of the 20 or so building blocks from which the body builds new proteins. Without enough folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12, this recycling process becomes inefficient and homocysteine levels increase. Several observational studies show that high levels of homocysteine are associated with increased risks of heart disease and stroke. Increasing intake of folate, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 decreases homocysteine levels. And some observational studies, including the Nurses' Health Study, show lower risks of cardiovascular disease among people with higher intakes of folate, those who use multivitamin supplements, or those with higher levels of serum folate (the form of folate found in the body).

The first large trial of B vitamins to lower homocysteine and prevent heart disease and stroke ended without finding any benefit. (7) In the Vitamin Intervention for Stroke Prevention trial, 3,680 adults who had had non-disabling strokes took a pill containing high doses of vitamins B6, B12, and folic acid or one containing low doses of these three B vitamins. After two years, second strokes, heart attacks and other coronary heart disease events, and deaths were the same in the two groups. However, in this trial, high levels of homocysteine at baseline were associated with higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

Similar studies in people who had a history of heart disease or were at a very high risk of heart disease—so-called "secondary prevention trials"—have had similarly discouraging results: Taking high doses of the three B vitamins lowered homocysteine levels but did not lead to a reduction in coronary heart events. (8-10) But looking at heart disease as a whole may have obscured a potential benefit of at least one of the B vitamins: A recent analysis of multiple studies suggests that folic acid supplements can reduce the risk of stroke, especially in people who have not already suffered a stroke. (11) Folic acid supplements were most protective in studies that lasted longer than three years or that took place in countries without folic acid fortification.

Emerging research suggests that for most people, folate may prevent heart disease through other mechanisms besides its role in homocysteine recycling. Several large randomized controlled trials of B vitamins and heart disease have yet to report results; when they do, we may have more definitive answers regarding B vitamins and cardiovascular risk in people who have a history of heart disease. (12-14) But none of these studies will answer the question of whether B vitamins can protect against heart disease in healthy people. To date, no one has conducted a randomized controlled trial of folate supplementation and heart disease in healthy people, probably because it would take decades to yield results and would be very costly. Ultimately, folate supplementation may only reduce the risk of heart disease in people who have lower levels of folate intake, most likely in countries that do not fortify their food supply with folate; in people who already get enough folate in their diets, very high doses of folate supplements may actually cause harm.

Folate and Cancer
In addition to recycling homocysteine, folate plays a key role in building DNA, the complex compound that forms our genetic blueprint. Observational studies show that people who get higher than average amounts of folate from their diets or folic acid supplements for 15 years or more have lower risks of colon cancer (15) and breast cancer. (16) This could be especially important for those who drink alcohol, since alcohol blocks the absorption of folate and inactivates circulating folate. An interesting observation from the Nurses' Health Study is that higher intake of folate blunts the increased risk of breast cancer seen among women who have more than one alcoholic drink a day. (16) A more recent study from Sweden found that a high folate intake can protect against breast cancer even in women who have only a drink a day or less. (17)

But the relationship between folate and cancer is a complicated one, especially for people at a high risk of colon cancer. (18) Colorectal adenomas, or polyps, are pre-cancerous growths in the large intestine. A recent multiyear trial looked at whether high-dose folic acid supplements could prevent new polyps in people who had a history of polyps. (19) The study found that taking a daily pill with 1,000 micrograms of folic acid offered no protection against new polyps, and, more worrisome, increased the risk of developing multiple or more serious polyps. Keep in mind that this study tested a very high dose of folic acid, more than two times higher than what is found in a standard multivitamin; furthermore, study participants were already at a very high risk of developing new polyps. This may be another case where timing of folate intake is critical: Getting adequate folate may prevent polyps in people who do not have them, but high dose folate supplements may speed up polyp growth in people who do.


Supplement Studies: Sorting Out the Confusion: How to make sense of the media hype around supplements
When teasing out the relationship between any vitamin supplement and cancer, it is important to remember that cancer cells are essentially our own cells on overdrive, growing and rapidly dividing, and they have a greater need for nutrients than most of our normal cells do. Indeed, one successful chemotherapy agent works as a folate antagonist, since rapidly dividing cells require folate to maintain their fast pace of cell division. So for people who have cancer or precancerous growths, nutritional supplements may be a double-edged sword. If you have cancer, make sure to check with your doctor before beginning any vitamin supplement regimen.

Getting Your Bs from Diet—and a Daily Multivitamin
The definition of a healthy daily intake of B vitamins isn't set in stone, and it is likely to change over the next few years as data from ongoing randomized trials are evaluated. In the U.S., folic acid fortification of food has increased the percentage of adults who have adequate levels of folate in their blood. (20) Yet only a fraction of U.S. adults currently get the recommended daily intake of all B vitamins by diet alone. So use of a multivitamin supplement will become increasingly important.

What type of vitamin D supplement is best?

Two forms of vitamin D are used in supplements: vitamin D2 (“ergocalciferol,” or pre-vitamin D) and vitamin D3 (“cholecalciferol”). Vitamin D3 is chemically indistinguishable from the form of vitamin D produced in the body, and there’s evidence that it may be more effective than vitamin D2 at raising vitamin D levels in the blood. That’s why some scientists recommend looking for vitamin supplements that contain vitamin D3. Other scientists believe that vitamin D2 and vitamin D3 are similarly effective. Indeed, high dose vitamin D2 is available by prescription, and doctors regularly prescribe it to restore vitamin D levels in people who are deficient. As it turns out, the marketplace may answer the vitamin D question for you: More and more supplement makers offer vitamin D3 in their products.

What are vitamins?

Nutrition textbooks dryly define vitamins as organic compounds that the body needs in small quantities for normal functioning. Here's the translation: Vitamins are nutrients you must get from food because your body can't make them from scratch. You need only small amounts (that's why they are often referred to as micronutrients) because the body uses them without breaking them down, as happens to carbohydrates and other macronutrients.

Thirteen compounds have been classified as vitamins. Vitamins A, D, E, and K, the four fat-soluble vitamins, tend to accumulate in the body. Vitamin C and the eight B vitamins—biotin, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, thiamin, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12—dissolve in water, so excess amounts are excreted.

The "letter" vitamins sometimes go by different names. These include:

Vitamin A = retinol, retinaldehyde, retinoic acid
Vitamin B1 = thiamin
Vitamin B2 = riboflavin
Vitamin B6 = pyridoxine, pyridoxal, pyridoxamine
Vitamin B12 = cobalamin
Vitamin C = ascorbic acid
Vitamin D = calciferol
Vitamin E = tocopherol, tocotrienol
Vitamin K = phylloquinone

Creatine Monohydrate - increase your lean muscle mass

Creatine Monohydrate is the most popular and effective muscle building supplement on the market today. It was first discovered in 1832. Although we have known about this amazing supplement for a long time, we have not taken advantage of it's properties until recently.

Creatine is naturally made in our bodies to supply energy to our muscles; it is produced in the liver, panceas, and kidneys. It is transports via the bloodstream to the muscles to regenerate our muscles' adenosine triphosphate (ATP) which is our energy source. Creatine is not a banned substance since it naturally created in our bodies and occurs in many foods.

Since 1992, creatine has gainned in popularity as a supplement for ahtletes looking to gain muscle mass and enhance their performance.

Studies indicate the following about creating; it may:
*boost strength and endurance
*increase lean muscle mass
*improve athletic performance
*promote health energy levels (without a crash)
*improve cognitive ability
*support a healthy immune system (and healing)

Dosage: one can load their creatine by taking an initial high dosage (20-25 grams)for the first 5-7 days and then continue in a manintenance mode (3-10 grams per day) or one may the gradual approach taking 3-10 grams per day for 8 week cycles. After a eight week cycle, one should take 2 weeks off for maximum effect, absorption, and body impact.

e3 elite now offers creatine monohydrate in an orange flavor and a Whey- Creatine combination product in strawberry.

Alpha Lipoic Acid - the universal antioxidant

Alpha Lipoic Acid, which is also known as thioctic acid, was first discovered in the 1950s. It is an enzyme found in the mitochondria, which are the energy powerhouses of the human cell. Scientists in the late 1980’s discovered that it possessed powerful antioxidant properties. In addition, it recycles other antioxidants, specifically vitamin C and vitamin E, enhancing their potency. Unlike other antioxidants, it has the unique ability to be active in both water and fat compartments in the body. Thus, Alpha Lipoic Acid is sometimes referred to as a “universal antioxidant” and is more effective in neutralizing free radicals than the majority of other antioxidants. It also plays an important role in the
process that recycles glutathione which is another major antioxidant in the body. Finally, it also assists B vitamins in converting carbohydrates, proteins, and fats into energy.

e3 elite edge's Alpha Lipoic Acid is sustained released vegetarian tablets.

Independent Research Indicates the following:
» Acts as a powerful antioxidant
» Supports healthy glucose metabolism
» Support healthy energy levels
» Used by professionals in the treatment of nerve damage
» Assists enzymes in conversion of food to energy
» Support healthy liver function
» Studies indicate may be used in prevention of cataracts
» May support healthy immune function

Recommended Dosage
* Typical daily dosage ranges from 300 – 600 mgs; take 1 or 2 tablets daily with meals.
* For hard training times or for elite althetes, studies indicate that you should take 2 tablets post workout plus 1 tablet with breakfast.

Why We Love L-Carnitine?

Carnitine is not technically an amino acid, but an amino acid-like compound. L-Carnitine helps the body produce energy by transporting fat from fat cells to the mitochondria of cells to be burned for energy. Not only can this energy be utilized by the muscles, but it is also used by the heart and other body tissues. Due to this, L-Carnitine is
especially important to optimal cardiovascular health.

The e3 elite formula uses the L form of carnitine because it is closer to that which is manufactured by the body.

Research Indicates that Caritine does the following:
» Supports healthy energy levels
» Transports fat from fat cells to mitochondria cells in
muscles, the heart, and other body tissues
» Supports healthy weight maintenance

Recommended Dosage for various fitness levels:
* When not exercising: Typical daily dosage is 250 – 500 mgs; take 1 capsule, two times daily preferably on an empty stomach.
* When training hard or competitively: 1-3 grams: take in the morning, prior to lunch, and before bed.

So what does Arginine do?

Arginine is an amino acid; although there are numerous amino acids, there are twenty that are nutritionally important.

These twenty are divided into two groups: nine of these are generally considered essential which means they cannot be made by the body and must be obtained through the diet or supplementation; eleven are non-essential, which means they can be made by the body. Although arginine is a non-essential amino acid, it plays a role in several important mechanisms in the body, including wound healing, muscle recovery, improving memory, removal of ammonia from the body, supports immune function, cell division and secretion of important hormones, such as insulin and glucagons. In addition, the body uses arginine to make nitric oxide, a substance that relaxes and dilates the blood vessels. Research indicates that
reduced levels of nitric oxide can lead to an elevation in cholesterol levels; therefore, arginine may support healthy cholesterol balance.

In a study conducted on 45 healthy, non-smoking elderly volunteers, researchers noted decreased total serum cholesterol with a reduction in LDL, but not in HDL. In other words, the participants in this
study had an increase in the ration of low to high-density lipoproteins, a very important factor in measuring cholesterol. It may also be important to liver health because it assists in the neutralization of ammonia, which is toxic to the liver and other living cells.

mPower Energy Mints - make Top Ten List

MPower energy mints were ranked #5 in the Phoenix New Times Energy Products study. Products were ranked on effect along with taste and endurance.
(Source: Phoenix New Times Blog)

e3elite edge's website sells MPower mints by the packet, box, or case. They are a great pre-work out boost and way to crush those late afternoon cravings.

Regular Exercise Reduces Body Fat

The U.S. Surgeon General recommended that people do at least 30 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise 4 or more days a week. The Surgeon General performed a study on 90 men and women for 8 weeks. Those participants who exercised for 30 minutes or more at least 4 days a week lost more than 11 pounds of fat and those who exercised less than 4 days a week did not lose fat. (Source: Journal Strength Conditioning Research, 23:2377-80)

Amino acid - functions & BCAA factoids

Amino acids are the basic building blocks of protein. They are formed as a result of complete protein digestion and do the repair work involved in muscle tissue breakdown, fat burning, immunity, mood elevation, and a host of other physiological processes. There are 22 known amino acids, some non-essential (eight). Essential means the body can not manufacture them and they must be supplied via one's diet.

Branch chain amino acids are isoleucine, leucine, and valine. They assist in muscle repair immediately since they can skip digestive breakdown and are metabolized right in the muscle tissue.

CLA decreases body fat in adults and kids

Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) supplements have several studies that prove fat reduction in adults. Now a new study on children out of the University of Wisconsin shows that CLA supplement (3 grams per day) result in a 5 percent difference in fat mass after seven months compared to a group taking a placebo. The CLA group of children also showed favorable changes is fat-free weight and abdominal circumference. With more than 17 percent of American kids being obese, this is a signficant study. (Source: American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. Published online March 10, 2010)

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