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Understanding Nutrition
Jenny EngemannManager, Global Product Support
Pharmanex R & D
Nutrition: Outside In & Inside Out
The same nutrients that promote health and longevity also help maintain our skin’s youthful appearance
Suboptimal nutrition may result in...
Fatigue, loss of appetite, depression, poor concentration
Dry, pale, scaly, oily, wrinkled skin
Nutrition: Outside In & Inside Out
Key to a healthy diet = variety and
moderation Balanced intake of carbohydrates, protein, and fat
Optimal intake of essential vitamins & minerals
Broad range of antioxidants to support antioxidant
defense system
including antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables
Essential fatty acids - fish, flaxseed, fish oil
supplements
Water
Common Nutrient Deficiencies Vitamins A and E
Bone minerals calcium and
magnesium, and vitamin D
Trace minerals iron—particularly for
women-- copper, chromium, and zinc
B vitamins - thiamin, riboflavin,
vitamin B6, folate, vitamin B12
JAMA, 19 June 2002
“Most people do not consume an optimal amount
of all vitamins by diet alone. Pending strong
evidence of effectiveness from randomized
trials, it appears prudent for all adults to take
vitamin supplements.”
Robert H. Fletcher, MD, MSc; Kathleen M. Fairfield, MD, DrPH, Harvard
University.
Journal of the American Medical Association 2002; 287: 3127-3129
Optimum Supplementation
Ensures RDA levels
+
Considers typical dietary intakes
+
Optimum nutrient levels for long-term health
+
Non-essential, beneficial nutrients
Why Use Supplements?To prevent nutrient deficiencies and provide optimal levels of nutrients
Vitamin C (Scurvy)– 4-5 oranges weekly to prevent tooth loss from scurvy– dozen oranges a day for effective antioxidant activity Vitamin E– 100- 400 IU daily for antioxidant– high sources only available in fatty food - obesity B-vitamins– Folic acid and neural tube defects
Why Use Supplements?To provide consistent intake of all essential nutrients and
ultimately improve general well-being, e.g., physical and mental performance
• Additional reasons you may need to supplement your diet:– food processing methods– smoking tobacco– food allergies– stress– prescription & over-the-counter medicines– illness
LifePak® is a
comprehensive
nutritional
supplementation
program delivering theoptimal amounts of all essential vitamins,
antioxidants, minerals, and trace
elements, as well as beneficial
phytonutrients.
LifePak® - 5 Formulas in 1
High potency antioxidant formula with vitamins C & E
Potent blend of carotenoids and flavonoids, including
green tea catechins, citrus bioflavonoids, and beta-
carotene
Comprehensive bone nutrition with calcium, magnesium,
vitamin D and vitamin K
Supports healthy immune function
Complete trace element supplement
Promotes cardiovascular health
Antioxidants & Free Radicals
Free Radicals
Normal metabolism, stress, sun exposure,
smoking, environment
Antioxidants are stable compounds that combine
with and neutralize the highly reactive free
radicals that otherwise can damage the cells
throughout our bodies
Smoking
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Non-Smokers
Smokers(all)
PastSmokers
< 1/day 1-5/day > 5/day
n = 1047
n = 58
p < 0.01
n = 39 n = 10
n = 16
n = 32
Unpublished data, Pharmanex 2002
Antioxidant Defense System A comprehensive profile of antioxidants must work together
in synergy to afford effective protection from free radical
damage
Vitamin E
Vitamin C
Mineral cofactors (selenium, zinc, copper,
manganese)
Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Carotenoids (beta-carotene, lutein, and lycopene)
Flavonoids (green tea catechins, bioflavonoids,
grape seed extract, quercetin)
Two Scientific StudiesProving LifePak’s Antioxidant
Effects
Smidt CR, Seidehamel RJ, Devaraj S, Jialal I. The Effects of a Nutritionally Complete Dietary Supplement
(LifePak®) on Antioxidant Status and LDL-Oxidation in Healthy Non-Smokers. FASEB 1999;13(4):A546.
(means +/- SD)
42.1 4243.4
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Start After 6 Weeks
PlaceboLifePak
p < 0.001
Protection of LDL against free radicals (means +/- SD)
3.4773.429
6.248
3.305
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Baseline Endpoint
PLMVMS
p < 0.001
(means +/- SD)
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Baseline Endpoint
PLMVMS
p < 0.001
Vitamin E
-Carotene
Essential Fatty Acids Balance intake of essential fatty acids (more omega-3, less
omega-6).
EFAs have numerous health benefits, including helping restore
damaged skin, and maintaining moist and smooth skin.
Double-blind study in The Lancet found omega-3s may address
symptoms associated with certain problem skin conditions.
Omega-3s found in fish, flaxseed, and certain food supplements.
Bittiner SB, et al. Lancet. Feb1988;1(8582):378-80. Kojima T, et al. Dermatologica.
1991;182(4):225-30.
Nourish your Body Internally
& Externally Nu Skin Personal Care Balanced Diet
fruits, vegetables, essential nutrients, water
Food Supplements
Pharmanex Supplements LifePak Optimum Omega OptiProtect, Tegreen, or Optimum C