VITAMINS, HERBAL & ANTI-AGING

HGH IGF-1

:: Maintain stable growth hormone levels
:: Improve protein synthesis
:: Enhance cellular repair
:: Anti-aging effects
:: Fat loss and gains in muscle mass

Human Growth hormone (hGH) is a small protein molecule containing 191 amino acids in a single polypeptide chain. It is the most common hormone secreted by the anterior pituitary gland - its rate of production peaks during adolescence when accelerated growth occurs. However, it generally remains in abundance in the pituitary gland ready to be secreted into the body. For some reason unknown, the amount of growth hormone secreted starts to slow after adolescence - the measurable level of hGH decreases 14 percent every ten years into old age. Daily secretion from the pituitary gland diminishes with age to the extent that a 60-year-old man secretes only 25 percent of the hGH secreted by a 20 year old man.

Who can Benefit from using HGH IGF-1?

Athletes (speed up recovery)
People concerned with aging
People with diminished brain function

Recommended Use

As a dietary supplement, take 3 - 6 capsules 1 hour before bedtime. Absorption is maximised when consumed 2-3 hours after meals or on an empty stomach.

Precautions and Contra-indications

Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating woman or by individuals under the age of 18. Seek advice from your healthcare practitioner while taking prescription medicine or diagnosed with an illness or disease. This product is a dietary supplement and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Store below 25ºC in a cool, dry place and keep out of reach of children.

Patients with severe infections, tumors and diabetic retinopathy should not use the product.

Condition Specific Information

HGH is actually released in pulses that take place during the day. Its release is especially prominent during the beginning phases of sleep. Secreted from the pituitary gland, these pulses are converted in the liver (within 20 minutes) to Insulin-like Growth Factor Type I (IGF-1). Although IGF-1 is not insulin, it acts like insulin as it promotes glucose transfer through cell membranes into the cell. More importantly, IGF-1 elicits most of the effects associated with the growth hormone. It is measured in the blood and is the surrogate marker of growth hormone in the body.

A secretagogue is a natural polyamino acid chain that is postulated to initiate the pituitary gland to release growth hormone. Secretagogues do not act as growth hormones at all as they stimulate the pituitary gland to secrete growth hormone. For years, it was believed that the pituitary gland, which produces growth hormones, dries up as a natural effect of aging. Science has however recently discovered that growth hormone reside in the pituitary gland, which stops the release due to aging. Certain combinations of amino acids (L-lysine and L-arginine, L-ornithine and L-glutamine) can spur the pituitary gland to release growth hormone. Although there are synthetic and natural secretagogues, natural secretagogues are preferred (limited side effects). Since these are taken orally, they can be a first line approach for those who do not prefer hGH injections.

Supplement Facts

Amount per Serving: 6 Capsules

Ingredients	Amount per serving	Role of Ingredients
L-Arginine	1104mg	Potent GH releaser; contributes to the production of nitric oxide (NO) – control blood pressure, boost immunity, kill cancer cells, help control muscular activity, and regulate erections
L-Ornithine-Alpha-Ketoglutarate	900mg	Elicit GH release; ornithine enhances the transportation of other amino acids into cells and helps improve liver function (detoxify ammonia in the urea cycle)
Glycine	900mg	Along with arginine glycine influences the production of creatine and improves nitrogen retention. Involved in the production of the naturally occurring antioxidant glutathione
Niacin	25mg	Aids in metabolism and in the synthesis of hormones. Lowers cholesterol and improves circulation
Grape seed extract (OPCs)	25mg	The Oligomerc Procyanidolic Complexes (OPC) are the active constituents – have anti-allergenic, antihistamine, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant properties
Pine bark extract 4:1	25mg	Pine bark extract is a potent antioxidant, and may help boost the effects of vitamin C and other antioxidants
Pantothenic acid	15mg	Helps convert proteins, carbohydrates and fats into energy. Necessary for the formation of nerve regulating substances and hormones
Pyridoxine HCL	11.2mg	Activates many enzymes, aids in the absorption of vitamin B12, in immune support, and in antibody production. Needed for brain function and for the synthesis of DNA and RNA
Cyanocobalamin	25μg	Needed for the metabolism of carbohydrates and fats, aids in cell formation and cellular longevity

Packaging: Available in 180 Capsules