Hypoallergenic Multivitamin/Mineral Formula for Wellness Support
$41.84
This high-quality, hypoallergenic, multivitamin/mineral blend includes activated vitamins; folate as Quatrefolic® (5-MTHF) for optimal utilization; and patented Albion TRAACS® chelated mineral complexes in vegetarian capsules. The comprehensive nutrient profile in Reinforce supports foundational wellness; antioxidant activity with vitamins C and E, selenium, and beta-carotene; and phase I detoxification.*
Clinical Applications
-Foundation Nutrition*
- Basic Formula for Wellness*
- Supports Antioxidant Activity*
- Supports Detoxification*
- Supports Health in Individuals with Inadequate Nutrient Intake*
- Supports Energy Production and Stress Response*
Reinforce features a premium, multivitamin/mineral blend of high-quality vitamin and mineral forms
selected for optimum utilization. The comprehensive nutrient profile is delivered in a vegetarian capsuleand supports foundational wellness; provides antioxidant activity with vitamins C and E, selenium, and beta-carotene; and supports detoxification.*
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Discussion
Adequate nourishment is the foundation for overall health and wellness, and good nutrition typically translates into a stronger immune system and
better health. The human body uses dietary proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, known as macronutrients, to provide the energy (calories) needed to
fuel physiological functions. Vitamins and minerals, known as micronutrients, are needed in much smaller quantities. Unlike their macro counterparts,
micronutrients don’t give you energy, but they do participate in converting food to energy; building and repairing tissues and DNA; manufacturing
neurotransmitters, hormones, and other modulators in the body; breaking down and detoxifying xenobiotics and medications; and maintaining
growth, reproduction, and health.*[1-3]
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2020-2025 (DGA) and additional data from the USDA and other agencies and organizations, the
American diet lacks micronutrients.[4-6] Mass food production, storage techniques, poor food choices, and nutrient-depleting preparation methods
may be contributing to this deficit. Furthermore, the percent daily values (%DV) for micronutrients are based on the minimum amount needed to
meet the basic need of a healthy person of a specific age and gender group. The %DV is not always indicative of the amount needed for optimal
functioning of all individuals, especially those who are chronically ill.*[3,5,7]
When considering where American diets fall short in nutrients, the DGA shows that low intakes of potassium, dietary fiber, calcium, and vitamin D are
a public health concern.[4] Other nutrients that have notably low intakes or require increased intake subsequent to life stage include vitamins A, B6,
B12, C, E, and folate; the mineral magnesium; and choline.[4,8,9] Data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Surveys (NHANES) suggest
a pervasive deficiency in A, C, D, E, and zinc—nutrients linked to immune health.[6] Inadequate intake of most of these nutrients is attributable to
an overall unhealthy eating pattern due to low intakes of nutrient-rich foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and dairy that contain these
nutrients.[4] In cases when food is not enough for an individual to get adequate micronutrients, multivitamin/mineral supplements are recognized as
being of value to help fill dietary nutritional shortfalls.*[2,6,7,10-12]
Reinforce is designed to meet the foundational nutrition needs for a variety of protocols and life stages. This formula provides:
Balanced Profile Vitamins and minerals work cooperatively when present in sufficient amounts. However, imbalances between micronutrients can
disrupt this synergistic relationship, possibly leading to instances of competitive intestinal absorption or displacement at the metabolic/cellular level,
which can produce relative excesses and insufficiencies. For this reason, Reinforce features a balanced nutrient profile that includes calcium and
magnesium, zinc and copper, vitamins C and E, bioactive folate, vitamin B12, B vitamin complex, beta-carotene, and trace elements.*
Bioavailability Nutrient Forms The micronutrients are provided in bioactive forms so that they can be adequately absorbed and utilized.
Reinforce contains an iron-free complement of Albion® patented mineral chelates and complexes. Albion is a recognized world leader in mineral
amino acid chelate nutrition and manufactures highly bioavailable nutritional mineral forms that are validated by third-party research and clinical
studies. Reinforce also contains natural vitamin E, clinically shown to be more bioavailable than synthetic dl-alpha-tocopherol, as well as mixed
tocopherols to approximate how much vitamin E an individual might gain when consuming healthful foods.[13,14] The folate source in this formulation
is methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF)—the most bioactive form of folate[15]—in the form of Quatrefolic®, which has greater stability, solubility, and
bioavailability over calcium salt forms of 5-MTHF. Supplementing with bioactive 5-MTHF facilitates the bypassing of steps in folate metabolism. This
may be especially beneficial to individuals with genetic variations in folate metabolism.[16,17] Vitamins B2, B6, and B12 are provided in metabolically
active forms.*
Support for Energy Production and Stress Response Reinforce provides generous levels of B vitamins which serve as prime coenzymes in
glycolysis and oxidative phosphorylation and as cofactors in amino acid and lipid metabolism.[18-20] Sufficient levels of the B vitamins are critical for
energy production and cell growth and division, and they have many other essential roles in the body, including support for nervous system function.[21]
The balanced presence of B vitamins is essential to their cooperative functioning and excellent for individuals with stressful lifestyles.*
Antioxidant Protection Vitamins E and C, selenium, zinc, beta-carotene, and trace elements provide broad-spectrum antioxidant activity.[22,23] Their
combined presence supports their ability to regenerate each other and maintain consistent levels of antioxidant activity both intra- and extracellularly.*
Detoxification Support Xenobiotics, including environmental pollutants and medications, must undergo biotransformation into molecules that
can be easily excreted from the body. Detoxification of xenobiotics is a complex process that requires micronutrients, phytonutrients, energy,
and adequate antioxidant support for safe and effective completion.[23-25] There are significant levels of bioavailable riboflavin, niacin, folate, and
B12 present in Reinforce to support phase I detoxification. Beta-carotene,vitamin C, tocopherols, selenium, copper, zinc, and manganese are
present to support tissues when reactive intermediates are formed between phase I and phase II detoxification.*
Reinforce offers foundational multivitamin and mineral support designed to compensate for dietary nutritional shortfalls and nourish optimal
wellness. This formulation is iron-free for individuals who typically do not need to supplement their diet with iron, including most men and postmenopausal
women.*
Directions
Take two capsules twice daily, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
Consult your healthcare professional prior to use. Individuals taking medication should discuss potential interactions with their healthcare
professional. Do not use if tamper seal is damaged.
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