N.B. These statements have been approved by the HFMA - when the nutrients are incorporated in a supplement at the levels used in Nutrishield.


Vitamins

A – essential for the proper functioning of the immune system and for healthy teeth and bones

B

B1 (Thiamin) – needed to release the energy from foods, and to keep the heart and nervous system working properly

B2 (Riboflavin) – needed to maintain a normal iron level and to keep skin healthy

B3 (Niacin) – needed for energy metabolism and normal mental function

B5 (Pantothenic acid) – needed to metabolise fats and release energy from foods

B6 (Pyridoxine) – needed for muscle function, for the nervous and immune systems, to metabolise protein and for the maintenance of normal blood homocysteine levels.

B7 Biotin – needed to build proteins, and to maintain healthy skin

B9 (Folic acid) – essential for normal cell division, for the maintenance of normal blood homocysteine levels, keeps arteries healthy and necessary for normal foetal development.

B12 (cyanocobalamin) – needed for normal cell division, blood formation, and helps maintain healthy cognitive performance as you get older.

C – is an antioxidant that protects the body’s cells, keeps blood vessels healthy, maintains the health of skin, cartilage, bones, teeth and the immune and nervous systems.

D – essential for the absorption of calcium and phosphorous and therefore the healthy structure of bones and teeth. Important for the immune system and cell division and maintaining muscle function in ageing.

E – an antioxidant that protects body cells, helps strengthen defences and boosts cell-mediated immunity in older people.

K – needed to build healthy bones and for blood clotting to stop bleeding

Minerals

Calcium – necessary for proper bone density, heart muscle and nerve function and helps protect gut cells

Magnesium – essential for healthy bones and teeth, electrolyte balance and muscle function – including heart muscle

Copper – helps protect cells against free radical damage, and for the proper function of the immune and nervous systems

Iodine – essential for neurological development and energy metabolism

Selenium – necessary for the functioning of the immune system

Zinc – needed for cell division, wound healing and to support a healthy immune system

Manganese – helps neutralise free radicals.

Molybdenum – thought to be essential for bone formation.

Essential Fatty Acids

Omega 3 – contributes to cognitive health, and important for a healthy cardio-vascular function and immune system. Helps lower blood cholesterol.

Other

Beta-carotene – an antioxidant that protects the body’s cells from oxidative damage, helps to retard skin ageing, supports healthy immunity and healthy vision

Betaine – contributes to the maintenance of a healthy heart by its ability to promote healthy levels of homocysteine.

Bilberry extract (source of anthocyanidins) – natural antioxidant that helps protect against oxidative damage to cells

Coenzyme Q10 – required for energy production in the cell and the conversion of food to energy. Supports normal blood pressure and a healthy heart and helps protect against oxidation of DNA and free radical damage that is mainly responsible for cellular ageing

Curcumin – antioxidant helping protect against radicals that cause cell damage, supports resistance against health threatening micro-organisms.

Grapeseed extract (source of procyanidins) – helps prevent oxidative damage by free radicals.

Green tea extract (EGCG = epigallocatechingallate) – helps to maintain healthy blood glucose levels and supports insulin production at healthy levels. Contributes to the maintenance of a healthy cardio-vascular system.

Glucosamine – helps maintain flexibility and mobility of joints, cartilage and connective tissue

Lutein – helps maintain macular and retina and therefore eye health. Also promotes healthy skin.

Lycopene – an antioxidant that contributes to keep the arteries healthy, to maintain intact cell DNA and contributes to the normal functioning of the prostate

Soy Isoflavones – natural support to bone strength in men and women and assisting a comfortable menopause

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Zeaxanthin – (if taken with lutein) maintaining the integrity and health of the macula and retina.

You’ll see why NutriShield is formulated for all round healthcare - for cardio-vascular, eye, brain, skin and joint care - and for healthy cells