Solgar Advanced Antioxidant Formula - 30 Vegicaps

Solgar® Advanced Antioxidant Formula is an all-encompassing antioxidant formula containing several vitamins and minerals to assist in minimising the damage caused by free radicals.

Free radicals are produced by the body when you breathe, digest food, exercise or even sleep. They are naturally occuring as they are created by emotional stress, ultraviolet light, radiation and air pollution. Free radicals damage the body by causing deterioration of the cells, lower the defences against diseases and putting the body into a ‘stress’ state.

To counter the effect of free radicals, a balance of antioxidants is required. The most important Antioxidants include: Beta-carotene, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Zinc, Selenium and components found in certain plants including Turmeric, and Ginkgo biloba.

Antioxidants can be obtained by eating a healthy and balanced diet, but taking a supplement might be desirable to achieve an optimal intake of antioxidants.

The special Solgar® Advanced Antioxidant Formula combines the vitamins C and E, with minerals such as Zinc, Selenium and Copper, all of which have strong antioxidant benefits. To create a holistic approach, several amino acids have also been included in this formula.

Several food based biocompounds have been used to create this specialist formula such as Green Tea, Red Wine and Pycnogenol (a US registered trademark name for products which contain bark from the French maritime pine tree). Plant based antioxidants have been added to further strengthen the combination, using Ginkgo biloba, Spirulina and Milk thistleSolgar® Advanced Antioxidant Formula is suitable for those on a vegan diet and to be taken as 2 vegetable capsules daily, containing both vitamins and minerals, as well as amino acids.

Vitamin C contributes to:
The normal collagen formation for the normal function of blood vessels, bones, cartilage, gums, skin and teeth
The normal energy-yielding metabolism
The normal functioning of the nervous system
The normal psychological function
The normal functioning of the immune system, as well as during and after intense physical exercise
The protection of cells from oxidative stress
The reduction of tiredness and fatigue
The regeneration of the reduced form of vitamin E
The increase of iron absorption

Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin and an essential nutrient as it is a primary antioxidant. It also contains natural Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) which in studies has shown to be 1.3 times more bioavailable than synthetic forms**.

Zinc contributes to:
Hair, skin and nails maintenance
Carbohydrate metabolism
Cognitive function
Fertility and reproduction
Metabolism of vitamin A
Testosterone levels in the blood
Vision function
Immune system function
Maintenance of normal bones
Protection of cells from oxidative stress

Manganese contributes to:
Normal energy-yielding metabolism
Maintenance of normal bones
Normal formation of connective tissue
Protection of cells from oxidative stress

Rose hips contain bioflavonoids which naturally occur with vitamin C in nature. Bioflavonoids help to enhance the absorption and bioavailability so make sure you will receive all the benefits form Vitamin C.
Tocopherol is a form of Vitamin E derived from vegetable oils and with strong antioxidant capabilities.

Vitamin A contributes to:
Normal iron metabolism
Maintenance of normal mucous membranes
Maintenance of normal skin
Maintenance of normal vision
Normal function of the immune system
Process of cell specialisation

Selenium contributes to:
Normal spermatogenesis
Maintenance of normal hair
Maintenance of normal nails
Normal function of the immune system
Normal thyroid function
Protection of cells from oxidative stress

Copper contributes to:
Maintenance of normal connective tissues
Normal energy-yielding metabolism
Normal functioning of the nervous system
Normal hair pigmentation
Normal iron transport in the body
Normal skin pigmentation
Normal function of the immune system
Protection of cells from oxidative stress

Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) contributes to:
Normal energy-yielding metabolism
Normal functioning of the nervous system
Maintenance of normal mucous membranes
Maintenance of normal red blood cells
Maintenance of normal skin
Maintenance of normal vision
Normal metabolism of iron
Protection of cells from oxidative stress
Reduction of tiredness and fatigue

This product also contains:
Taurine is an essential amino acid as it cannot be made by the body. It is involved in various processes in the body.
L-Glutathione is formed by linking of 3 amino acids, namely Glutamin Acid, Cysteine and Glycerine It plays an important role within the liver.
L-Cysteine is an amino acid, bearing sulphur, which plays a role in metabolism as it assists the synthesis from fatty acids into energy. It is also involved in the synthesis of keratin, the protein found in skin, hair and nails. It can also be used to make Glutathione.
Carotenoids are what produces bright yellow, red and orange colours in plants, vegetables and fruits

All Solgar® products meet our industry recognized “Gold Standard” for excellence. Made using naturally sourced ingredients and innovating since 1947, Solgar® is your perfect supplement to good health – 98% of Solgar® consumers recommend the brand*

About Solgar

Solgar's story started in 1947 in the East Side of Manhattan, when Nat Colby, Mike Goldfarb and Carl Zoll, two pharmacists and a holistic physician, acted upon a shared belief that it is better to prevent diseases with vitamins and minerals than to treat them with pharmaceuticals.

Since then, Solgar have had one vision to develop the most trusted brand in health and wellness, providing solutions for all life stages.

Today, Solgar have more innovated products in more global markets than any other vitamin brand, that meet Solgar industry recognised “Gold Standard” for excellence. In fact, 98% of Solgar consumers state they would recommend the brand.*

Solgar's attention to detail at every stage from manufacturing to distribution has enabled them to set, maintain and raise the 'Gold Standard' for quality and attention to detail. Solgar achieve this by exclusively distributing their products to knowledgeable retailers worldwide who receive Solgar's on-going comprehensive supplement training and nutrition education. These retailers can then guide the consumers through the wide range of supplement choices available.

When purchasing Solgar products, you can be assured of:

• Innovative, science-based products that are renowned worldwide
• No-compromise policy on quality, manufactured in our own state-of-the-art facility
• Products manufacture to the highest specifications (USP Water Purification System to ensure non-contamination)
• Natural, water-based coating instead for all of our coated-tablet products
• 100% recyclable, high quality amber glass bottles
• Naturally sourced ingredients, free from sugar, salt & starch
• Vitamins for all, whatever your lifestyle choice: vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy free
• Kosher and halal certified products

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<li>All-encompassing antioxidant formula</li>
<li>Combination of several vitamins and minerals</li>
<li>Minimises damage caused by free radicals</li>
<li>Vegan, Vegetarian</li>
<li>Free from salt</li>
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Vitamin C (as calcium L-Ascorbate), Vegetable Capsule Shell: hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, Vitamin E (as D-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate), Bulking Agents: (microcrystalline cellulose, alginate, citric acid, pea starch, maltodextrin, gum arabic, dicalcium phosphate), L-Cysteine (as HCI), Anti-caking Agents (vegetable magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide), Taurine, Food Based Complex, Green Tea (Camillia sinensis) Extract (leaf) (standardised to contain polyphenols, 15 mg), Red Wine Extract (standardised to contain polyphenols, 4.5 mg), French Maritime Pine Bark (Pinus pinaster) Extract (Pycnogenol®) (standardised to contain procyanidin 3 mg), Powdered Plant Base, Spirulina, Ginkgo biloba Extract (leaf), Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum) Extract (seed), Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica) Extract (aerial), Powdered Rose Hips Extract (4:1) and Rose Hips, L-Glutathione, Mixed Tocopherol Complex, Natural Source Beta-carotene, Zinc (as bisglycinate), Riboflavin (vitamin B2), Manganese (as bisglycinate), Carotenoid Mix, Copper (as bisglycinate), Vitamin A (as palmitate), Selenium (as L-selenomethionine).

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<li>Food supplements should not be used as a replacement for a balanced diet or healthy lifestyle.</li>
<li>Do not exceed the stated recommended daily dose.</li>
<li>Consult a health practitioner prior to use if you are taking any medications or have any medical condition.</li>
<li>Not intended for use by pregnant or nursing women.</li>
<li>Keep out of the reach of children.</li>
<li>To assure freshness and potency, store at room temperature 15&deg;-30&deg;C (59&deg;-86&deg;F). Store away from heat, light and moisture.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Do not use if outer bottle seal is missing, torn or damaged in any way.</li>
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