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GENERAL
Sub-Health
Suboptimal health, or sub-health, is characterized by symptoms such as obesity, prehypertension, pre-diabetes, borderline elevations of serum blood lipids (triglycerides or total cholesterol), renal sub-health and hepatic sub-health. Simply put, it means a risk of developing diseases related to those sub-health factors. Ideally one should treat themselves before more severe illnesses develop.
About thirty years ago in the former Soviet Union, Berkman, a scholar, first proposed a concept called "the third status". In "The International Classification of Diseases," the World Health Organization essentially defined this concept as referring to conditions of early discomfort and physical signs that do not have clear disease classifications. A Chinese scholar Wang proposed the term "suboptimal health" to describe such vague conditions.
The difference between sub-health and disease lies not only in the diagnostic tools used to differentiate the two states but more importantly in the fact that the treating or curing of a disease once it occurs often entails medication and/or other procedures such as surgery. Sub-health can be eliminated simply by lifestyle modifications and dietary supplements. Sub-health individuals are at high risk of developing disease if not treated in time.
About the Minerals
While the essential minerals are important for the body to function, having too much of them can also cause problems for our body. For example, manganese is a mineral that is both nutritionally essential and potentially toxic. Therefore, taking the proper amount of essential trace minerals is important. All the trace minerals in E18 follow The Adequate Intake (AI) guidelines established by the Food and Nutrition Board (FNB) of the Institute of Medicine.
SENIOR'S HEALTH
Amino Acids - The Building Blocks
Many seniors experience changes in appetite, dietary habits, and nutrient needs as part of normal aging.
E18 contains more than 20 essential nutrients designed to help support daily nutritional intake in a convenient format.
Among these nutrients are the nine essential amino acids, which the body cannot produce on its own and must obtain from the diet. Essential amino acids play important roles in normal physiological processes, including supporting the body's natural ability to build and maintain muscle tissue, facilitate typical chemical reactions, assist in nutrient transport, and contribute to overall wellness.
Adequate intake of essential amino acids is important for helping meet the body's daily protein needs and supporting normal structure and function, particularly in older adults who may have varying dietary patterns.
When used as a dietary supplement to help bridge gaps in daily nutrient consumption, E18 provides these essential amino acids along with other key nutrients to contribute to normal health maintenance.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Optical Problems
According to the National Eye Institute, AMD is a leading cause of vision loss among people age 50 and older. It causes damage to the macula, a small area near the center of the retina and the part of the eye needed for sharp central vision. AMD can lead to central vision loss and partial blindness. People who smoke; have a family history of AMD and are Caucasian are at a higher risk.
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​Vitamin A and zinc in combination can reduce the risk of Age-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Vitamin A also helps the surface of the eye (cornea) to be an effective barrier against bacteria and viruses, reducing the risk of eye infections.
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is an inflammatory degenerative disease of the joint affecting aging populations worldwide. The curcumin has been proven by researchers to have positive effects in combatting this disease via its ability to prevent apoptosis of the chondrocytes mainly caused by inflammation and to a lesser extent, oxidative stress.
WOMEN'S HEALTH
The Female Athlete's Triad
The female athlete’s triad is made up of a group of conditions consisting of eating disorders, absence of a period and thinner bones. Low-calorie diets are usually the first sign of eating disorders. Excessive or compulsive exercise is another sign. Young females who are thin and exercise excessively are at higher risk of amenorrhea, the absence of a period. And amenorrhea is linked to decreased estrogen levels, which may be a cause of osteoporosis.
Zinc and its Role in Menstruation
Zinc deficiency in women can lead to impaired synthesis and secretion of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH). FSH stimulates ovarian follicles to produce eggs and LH stimulates the release of the egg from the ovary. Both of these hormones play a very important role in a woman’s capacity to conceive. Zinc deficiency can result in a difficult pregnancy or frequent spontaneous abortions.
Iron (Wo)man
Iron plays an important role in supporting women's health. As a component of hemoglobin and myoglobin, iron functions as a carrier of oxygen in the blood and muscles to support normal structure and function of these tissues.
Women in their reproductive years (typically ages 11–50) may require higher iron intake than men due to iron losses associated with normal menstrual blood loss. According to the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) established by health authorities, the recommended daily iron intake for women in this age group is 18 mg.
However, many women find it challenging to meet this level through diet alone. The typical U.S. diet provides only about 6 to 7 mg of iron per 1,000 calories, meaning that a 2,000-calorie daily intake generally supplies only 12 to 14 mg of iron. This can make it difficult to achieve the RDA consistently, especially with lower overall caloric consumption.
When used as a dietary supplement to support daily nutrient intake, E18 provides additional iron to help women more easily reach the recommended daily amount of this essential mineral.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
MEN'S HEALTH
Zinc and the Preservation of Testosterone
E18 contains zinc, an essential trace mineral that supports many normal functions in the body.
Zinc plays a role in supporting the normal activity of various enzymes, including those involved in hormone metabolism pathways. For example, zinc is known to support the normal regulation of the enzyme complex aromatase, which participates in the conversion of testosterone to estradiol as part of typical hormone balance processes.
Adequate zinc intake is important for supporting overall wellness in men and women, including maintenance of normal reproductive health processes.
When used as a dietary supplement to help meet daily nutritional needs, E18 provides zinc to contribute to these normal physiological functions.
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* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Vitamin D
Vitamin D in E18 supports normal prostate health as part of its broader role in the body. Vitamin D is well known for helping maintain normal cell growth and differentiation processes, including in prostate epithelial cells, which are part of healthy prostate tissue function.
Adequate vitamin D intake is important for supporting overall wellness, including the maintenance of normal prostate structure and function in men.
When used as a dietary supplement to help meet daily nutritional needs, E18 provides vitamin D to contribute to these normal physiological processes.
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*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.