VITAMINS, HERBAL & ANTI-AGING

Cramp Prevent

:: Prevents muscle cramping
:: Prevents abdominal cramping
:: Assist in preventing muscular fatigue, muscle weakness & muscle twitch

Muscle cramps are disabling, involuntary spasms that may occur during exercise, most often in the large muscles of the lower leg, although they can occur anywhere. Some runners/cyclists will always get cramps provided they run/cycle far enough while others are almost never affected. Cramping due to exertion tend to occur in runners/ cyclists who run/cycle further or faster than they do in training. Risk factors for cramping may include older age, higher body mass index, longer running/cycling history, no stretching, and a genetic inclination to cramping (family history). Exercise-related activities viz. hard running, muscle fatigue, hills, and long-distance running also contribute to the development of cramps.

Even if you take the necessary precautions, cramps may still strike during a race or training. To prevent injury to the muscle, stop exercising immediately and stretch the affected muscle. Stretching helps relax the spasm; you may however have to stop and stretch a number of times before the cramp abates. In order to provide relief, apply deep pressure at the site of the cramp by pressing with your fingers into the affected muscle and hold for 10 to 15 seconds. Icing the area may also be of benefit. It is also important to drink a fluid with electrolytes - sports drinks that contain electrolytes can help resolve cramps as well as prevent them. About an hour or two before the run take 450 ml of fluid and then 150 and 350 ml every 15 to 20 minutes during the run. When you start cramping, slow down for a while. If the muscle is sensitive after the race use an anti-inflammatory, ice and Biogen’s cramp prevent. Biogen’s cramp prevent formula has been formulated to help prevent cramping and muscular fatigue.

Dosage and Directions for Use

As a daily supplement take 2 caplets before bedtime. For use during sporting activity take 2 caplets before event, and 1 caplet per hour of activity to prevent muscle cramping.

Condition Spec Information

Muscular contraction is a complex process involving a number of cellular proteins and energy production systems. The result is a sliding of actin over myosin, which causes the muscle to shorten, develop tension and thus making movement possible. In the process of muscle contraction and relaxation ATP (energy source from the digestion of
food), calcium and magnesium play important roles.

Short-term, high-intensity exercise or prolonged submaximal exercise can result in a decline in muscle force production. This decrease in muscle force production is known as fatigue. Specifically, muscular fatigue is defined as a reduction in maximal force production of the muscle and is characterized by a reduced ability to perform work. What factors contribute to muscular fatigue?

The cause of muscle fatigue varies and depends upon the type of exercise performed. For example, fatigue resulting from high-intensity exercise (sprinting 400 meters) appears to be due to an accumulation of inorganic phosphate and hydrogen ions within the muscle fiber. These metabolites interact with the contractile proteins and reduce muscle force production.

In contrast, fatigue resulting from prolonged exercise (running a marathon) may involve the failure of excitation-contraction coupling likely due to a reduction in release of calcium resulting in reduced muscle force production. Free radical production during exercise may also contribute to muscle fatigue thus leading to muscle cramps. Free radicals are highly reactive molecules that contain an unpaired electron in their outer orbital. The body produces these radicals during different processes, amongst others during aerobic metabolism where it is a by-product. Therefore, exercise results in an increased rate of free radical production in muscle, and oxidative stress may result. An uncontrolled production of radicals can ultimately lead to disease and is also responsible for the aging process (wrinkles). The body is equipped to handle these radicals during normal activity by means of enzymes and antioxidants the body produces on its own or as contained in food or supplements.

Precautions and Contraindications

Seek advice from your healthcare if you have any medical condition. Store below 25ºC in a cool, dry place. Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating woman.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 2 Caplets

Ingredients	Amount per serving	Role of Ingredient
Sodium bicarbonate	300mg	Necessary for water balance and blood pH; needed for stomach, nerve, and muscle function. Helps prevent abdominal cramps.
Magnesium citrate	100mg	A catalyst to enzymes involved in energy production; assists in calcium and potassium uptake. Prevents muscle weakness, twitching and cramping (relaxes muscles).
Magnesium AAC	100mg (20mg magnesium)	The amino acid chelate form of magnesium is better absorbed – enhanced muscle support.
Calcium carbonate	130mg	Needed for muscular growth and contraction, and for the prevention of muscle cramps.
Taurine	100mg	Emulsifies dietary lipids, thus promoting digestion. Regulates absorption of minerals as contained in Cramp prevent. Potassium phosphate 50 mg
Potassium phosphate	50mg	Aids in proper muscle contraction and prevents muscle fatigue. Works with sodium to control the water balance – help prevent dehydration, a contributing factor to cramping.
Vitamin B6	4mg	Promotes red blood cell production; assist in maintaining the sodium and potassium balance.
Vitamin E	26mg	Scavenges free radicals (antioxidant) that may contribute to cramping.

Packaging: Available in 60 Caplets