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]]>In our last blog, we revealed three of the top 6 supplements taken by elite athletes: CellSentials ®, BiOmega
and Vitamin D. The wait is over, it’s time for the big reveal! We hear from our Team USANA Kiwis: adventurer, Mike Allsop, New Zealand’s top Freestyle Snowboarder, Christy Prior, and para-cyclist Byron Raubenheimer, as well as World Number One Track & Field Aussie, Deon Kenzie.
4. Proflavanol C100
Do you remember playing sport as a kid and your parents would be on the side lines feeding you oranges during half time? Well, Vitamin C does have amazing benefits. It aids in repairing and regenerating tissues, protects you against heart disease, assists in the absorption of iron and decrease your “bad” cholesterol.
Supplementation of vitamin C was found to improve components of the human immune system such as antimicrobial and natural killer cell activities and lymphocyte proliferation. Vitamin C contributes to maintaining the integrity of cells and protects them against reactive oxygen species generated during the respiratory burst and in the inflammatory response Proflavanol® C100 provides superior antioxidant protection with a synergistic blend of grape seed extract and Poly C.
The two layers of grape seed extract and Poly C are distinctly visible in ProflavanolC100. This technology also supports product stability. This technology is proprietary to the pharmaceutical industry, but USANA is the first nutritional supplement manufacturer to use this technology, to the best of our knowledge.
“Proflavanol C100 is one of my favourite USANA supplements. I use it all the time in my daily routine. There are times during my adventures at high altitude that I can physically feel the effects of taking it and have seen the difference it makes with people I am travelling with as well. It helps me keep a healthy immune function, which is critical on any adventure.”
– Mike Allsop, USANA Adventurer.
#lovenepal #everest #mteverest #mounteverest #summit #friendship #grateful #icebreakernz #icebreaker #airnewzealand #flyairnz #inspiration #motivation #speaker #celebrityspeakersnz“Naturally as athletes, we’re on a never ending quest to get stronger, faster and fitter! In the last few months I’ve found that I train and perform better when I feel like I am playing catch up with the rest of the world in my class. I push myself to train harder and longer to get to where I need to be. Having undergone two major surgeries this year and being set back to what seems like square one, I am in that mind set of catching up. I’m so fortunate to have the support of USANA and Proflavanol C100 to keep my immune system at 110%, keep me on the bike and get me back to where I need to be to compete against the best in the world.”
– Byron Raubenheimer, New Zealand Para-cyclist
“We never know what’s around the corner and we expect a lot out of our bodies in this day and age, so for me, keeping my immune system in tip top shape is one of my highest priorities. Proflavanol C 100 is packed with powerful antioxidants and is a staple for me while I’m travelling around on the Pro Tour, not to mention, it’s a huge help with my recovery and energy levels to meet the demands of my lifestyle. A must-have for anyone looking for that extra oomph!”
– Christy Prior, New Zealand’s top Freestyle Snowboarder
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5. CoQuinone 100
Coenzyme Q10 powers athletic performance. When athletes train, their bodies re on a high demand schedule, they are required to perform better and better each time. Intense training means the bodies Coenzyme is rapidly decrease and the body is aching for more Coq10! Also, as we age, the ability to absorb and synthesise CoQ10 diminishes and the amount of CoQ10 retained in tissues decreases.
USANA’s commitment to quality, using only the best ingredients in the right amounts and proper formulations for optimal bioavailability, can be seen at its best in CoQuinone 100. CoQuinone 100 contains a full 100mg of CoQ10 and 40mg of alpha lipoic acid per capsule. USANA’s unique formulation provides these important antioxidants in a natural mixture of lecithin and vegetable-derived glycerin monooleate in a base of medium chain triglycerides.
“I take CoQuinone100 every day. It supports my cardiovascular health and is a powerful anti-oxidant. I am also aware that as we age our bodies produce less CoQ10. So, CoQuinone 100 is imperative to ensure I have optimal health.”
– Mike Allsop.
“I train 6 days a week, work as a building apprentice 5 days a week, study 3 days a week… And I know about it if I miss a day taking my Coquinone 100! Trying to find that extra few watts in a training session after a day on a building site is made a lot easier with the boost of CoQ10!”
– Byron Raubenheimer.
6. Procosamine
Avoid chronic joint injuries and maintaining healthy joints is crucial for athletes of all stages and ages. Nothing can disrupt an athletes training ability as much as lingering joint injuries.
USANA’s Procosamine® helps to reduce joint inflammation, reduce swelling and increase joint mobility associated with arthritis not just because of the glucosamine it contains, but also due to its added blend of key joint-supporting minerals.
Meriva Bioavailable Curcumin. Curcuminoids in turmeric (the bright yellow spice that gives a golden glow to Indian curries and curry powder) contains potent anti-inflammatory antioxidants. Traditional curcumin from turmeric isn’t absorbed well (isn’t able to enter cells easily). So, in order to deliver any real benefits, you would have to consume very large amounts. Scientists suggest around 10 grams (around two teaspoons) daily to achieve blood concentrations that correspond to pre-clinical studies. USANA’s Procosamine contains patented Meriva®Bioavailable Curcumin to enhance curcumin’s health benefits. The curcunin is wrapped in a protective lecithin (fatty substance) layer which helps to prevent it from breaking down in the stomach allowing for better absorption in the small intestine. The Meriva Curcumin complex allows for 29-times better absorption than standard forms of curcumin.
“For me, good nutrition is the key to me performing at my best and when I don’t have it, I know I cannot perform at my optimum. USANA’s Procosamine has played such an important role in my growth and development as an athlete over the past few years really allowing me to train consistently without getting sick or run down.”
– Deon Kenzie, World Number One Track & Field
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Read more about Team USANA and nutritional supplements:
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Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. Always read the labels. Use only as directed.
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One question that commonly arises is, “If I eat a healthy diet, do I still need to take supplements?”. Let it be clearly indicated that a healthy diet is an essential foundation for any program of optimal nutrition. Realistically there is no substitute for eating healthy. In this perspective, USANA’s nutritional supplements are designed and calculated to complement a healthy diet rather than a replacement. USANA supplements are designed to provide advanced levels of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that are challenging to gain from diet alone – levels that individuals can use every day to promote a lifetime of good health.
Secondly, inadequate vitamin levels may result in poor athletic performances. Athletes deficient in B-vitamins may perform worse during high-intensity exercise and have less ability to repair and build muscle than individuals with nutrient-rich diets. B vitamins, including thiamine, riboflavin, B6, B12, and folate, are required by the body for proper conversion of proteins and sugars into energy. B vitamins are also utilised during the production and repair of cells, including red blood cells.
In a US study (Woolf & Manore 2006, Even a marginal deficiency in these nutrients negatively influenced the ability of the athletes’ bodies to repair, operate efficiently, and fight disease. Exercise-induced stress, changes in body tissues resulting from training, increased loss of nutrients (in sweat, urine, and faeces), and the additional nutrients needed to repair and maintain higher levels of lean tissue mass may all affect an individual’s B-vitamin requirements.
Why Do Our Elite Athletes Choose USANA Supplements?
Brooke Neal, New Zealand Hockey Player
“In today’s world, I believe it’s extremely hard for me to get all of the nutrients needed to perform at my optimum from food alone. USANA gives me peace of mind that I’m fueling my body with the right nutrients 7 days a week, wherever in the world I am competing.”
– Brooke Neal, New Zealand Hockey
“Using USANA supplements provides great peace of mind that I am getting quality nutrition and therefore giving my body the best foundation to perform. At the top level it’s all about finding the 1% advantages over your opposition.”
– Katie Perkins, New Zealand Cricket
The sports world is consumed by energy drinks, protein bars, pills, powders, and to make things harder for the consumer there are thousands of marketing and research material out there on supplements. USANA’s supplements are easy to take, easy to read, and easy to understand! We aim to fuel the athletes body with the best supplements, after all we are the Cellular Nutrition Company! We understand supplements!
Katie Perkins, New Zealand White Fern
The Top 6 USANA Supplements Taken by Team USANA!
- CellSentials®(multi-vitamins and minerals providing potent levels of B-Vitamins)
- Biomega(Omega-3 Essential Fatty Acids EPA and DHA from natural fish Oil)
- Vitamin D
- Proflavanol C 100(grape seed and Vitamin C)
- Coquinone 100(Coenzyme Q10)
- Procosamine®(glucosamine)
Stay tuned for our next blog to find out why these supplements have been picked as the top six!
Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. Use only as directed. Always read the label.
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]]>So, how does CoQ10 work?
It all happens inside the tiny organelles in your cells called mitochondria. It’s within these petite powerhouse walls that energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) is produced. Working in conjunction with B vitamins, CoQ10 helps to transform food energy into the type of fuel that your cells can use.
All of your trillions of body cells need energy to flourish and as you’d expect, it’s the cells that use lots of energy that contain the most mitochondria. Hard-working heart and liver tissues have the highest levels of mitochondria and the highest concentration of CoQ10 as a result.
Where do we get CoQ10 from?
We absorb some of our CoQ10 from foods such as fish, meat, green vegetables and peanuts. Plus, your body produces CoQ10 – in fact, it is the only antioxidant that your body can make for itself. But the amount of CoQ10 your body makes declines with age as our metabolism slows down. And, it is affected by exercise – whether it’s aerobic or anaerobic exercise. Certain treatments and medicines used to treat medical conditions can also affect your body’s CoQ10 stores.
Are your CoQ10 levels running low?
Symptoms of low levels of CoQ10 include low energy levels, hypertension (high blood pressure), irregular heart rate, muscle aches and weakness, and lowered immune function.
Heart health and CoQ10
You already know that having high LDL-cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease and other cardiovascular conditions. As well as controlling total fat intake (especially saturated fats and trans fats) and encouraging exercise, one medical option for certain individuals is cholesterol-lowering medicines. These work by blocking the production of cholesterol in the liver. But CoQ10 is also produced in the liver and certain cholesterol lowering medicines also block production of CoQ10.
Not getting enough CoQ10 means that the cells won’t have enough energy and won’t work as well. CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant that neutralises potentially damaging free radicals and preserves the antioxidant vitamins C and E. So, it may be that low levels can lead to damage to the tiny powerhouses in your cells, the mitochondria, where energy release occurs.
Antioxidant effects
All body cells including those in your brain and muscles need food and oxygen to live. CoQ10 helps to provide this and its antioxidant action helps to protect cells against oxidative damage – the kind that can result when free radicals build up. CoQ10 is an important free radical fighter. Supplements that also contain alpha lipoic acids (ALA) may help your body control its use of insulin – so there’s double benefit to taking USANA’s Coenzyme Q10 formulation!
Cut muscle fatigue and speed recovery
Studies have shown that in athletes, CoQ10 can help cut muscle fatigue and help speed up recovery times – it may even improve athletic performance. That’s probably why our amazing Olympian and No. 1 ranked Australian boxer, Jason Whateley, swears by it!
Not all CoQ10 is made equal!
CoQ10 is manufactured by fermenting sugar beet and sugar cane with special strains of yeast. As with many supplements, the quality of the product can vary drastically between products. USANA’s research and development team has aimed to provide a standardised and proven absorption, reinforced by the exceptional bioavailability of the formulation. In addition to this, ConsumerLab.com LLC has undergone rigorous testing of CoQuinone 100 multiple times and has placed their well-trusted stamp of approval on the supplement on numerous occasions in regards to label claims.
Want to try CoQuinone?
If you feel as if you need a little bit of an energy boost, try USANA’s CoQuinone! You could be on the road to unlocking the true energy potential of your cells.
You can boost low levels of CoQ10 by taking a first class supplement such as USANA’s CoQuinone 100. Another plus point is that taking this supplement raises CoQ10 levels while not affecting the cholesterol-lowering effect of any cholesterol-lowering medicines. Click here to buy your CoQuinone 100 now!
CoQ10 is known to interfere with your body’s response to blood thinners such as warfarin and can decrease your insulin requirement if you’re diabetic. So talk with your doctor if you are thinking of adding CoQ10 to your daily supplement routine.
Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet. Use only as directed. Always read the label.
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You don’t need a prescription for it – and you don’t even need to go to get pharmacy to get it. Yet the powerful vitamin-like substance that is Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) can make a real difference to your energy at the cell level. In fact, a recent symposium on heart health suggested that it is so effective and free of side effects that taking CoQ10 should be recommended as standard therapy to complement treatment with some medicines.
CoQ10 explained
So how does CoQ10 work? Well, it all happens inside the tiny organelles in your cells called mitochondria. It’s within these petite powerhouse walls that energy is produced. And, working in conjunction with B vitamins, CoQ10 helps to transform food energy into the type of fuel that your cells can use. Your cells take the energy they need from a substance called adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Think of ATP as being a bit a rechargeable battery – it supplies energy where it’s needed and then returns to mitochondria to get refuelled. All of your trillions of body cells need oxygen and energy to flourish.
As you’d expect, it’s the cells that use lots of energy that contain most mitochondria. Hard-working heart and liver tissues have the masses of mitochondria and the highest concentration of CoQ10.
Some of our CoQ10 from foods such as fish, meat, green vegetables and peanuts. Plus, your body produces CoQ10 – in fact, it is the only antioxidant that your body can make for itself.
But the amount of CoQ10 your body makes declines with age. And, it is affected by exercise – whether it’s aerobic or anaerobic exercise. Plus certain conditions – and the medicines used to treat those conditions – affect your body’s CoQ10 stores.
Heart health and CoQ10
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You already know that having high LDL-cholesterol is a risk factor for heart disease and other cardiovascular conditions. As well as controlling total fat intake (especially saturated fats and trans fats) and encouraging exercise, one medical option for certain individuals is cholesterol-lowering medicines. These work by blocking the production of cholesterol in the liver. But CoQ10 is also produced in the liver and certain cholesterol lowering medicines also block production of CoQ10.
Not getting enough CoQ10 means that the cells won’t have enough energy and won’t work as well. You can boost low levels of CoQ10 by taking a first class supplement such as USANA’s CoQuinone 100. Another plus point is that taking this super supplement raises CoQ10 levels while not affecting the cholesterol-lowering effect of any cholesterol-lowering medicines. CoQ10 is a powerful antioxidant that neutralises potentially damaging free radicals and preserves the antioxidant vitamins C and E. So, it may be that low levels can lead to damage to the tiny powerhouses in your cells, the mitochondria, where energy release occurs.
CoQ10 is such a beneficial nutrient that on 25 May, 2013 scientists in Lisbon reported that CoQ10 could decrease all-cause mortality by half after a multicenter randomized double blind trial. Lead author of the research, Professor Svend Aage Mortensen from Denmark said that CoQ10 was the first ‘drug’ to improve heart failure mortality in over a decade; he recommended that it should be added to standard treatment for certain heart problems.
‘Supplementation with CoQ10, which is a natural and safe substance, corrects a deficiency in the body and blocks the vicious metabolic cycle in chronic heart failure called the energy-starved heart,’ said Professor Svend Aage Mortensen. CoQ10 may help to boost heart strength plus the heart’s ability to pump blood, too.
What about exercisers?
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Studies have shown that in athletes, CoQ10 can cut muscle fatigue and speed recovery times – it may even improve athletic performance. That’s probably why our wonderful Olympic Gold medallist kayaker, Tate Smith, swears by it!Taking CoQ10 may help to reduce the incidence and severity of migraines, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels and even increase levels reduced by taking other prescribe medicines.
Antioxidant effects
All body cells including those in your brain and muscles need food and oxygen to live. CoQ10 helps to provide this and its antioxidant action helps to protect cells against oxidative damage – the kind that can result when free radicals build up. CoQ10 is an important free radical fighter and supplementing with CoQ10 could boost your health by boosting circulation and lowering LDL-cholesterol levels. Supplements that also contain alpha lipoic acids (ALA) may help your body control its use of insulin whilst boosting blood flow – so there’s double benefit to taking USANA’s Coenzyme Q10 formulation!
Your body’s natural CoQ10 production slows down with age as metabolism slows down. Smoking uses up stores, too
Are your levels running low?
Symptoms of low levels of CoQ10 are non-specific and include low energy levels, hypertension (high blood pressure), irregular heart rate, muscle aches and weakness and lowered immune function.
CoQ10 is known to interfere with your body’s response to blood thinners such as warfarin and can decrease your insulin requirement if you’re diabetic. So talk with your doctor if you are thinking of adding CoQ10 to your daily supplement routine.
But not all CoQ10 is made equal!
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CoQ10 is manufactured by fermenting sugar beet and sugar cane with special strains of yeast. And, as with many supplements, the quality of the product can vary drastically between products. USANA’s research and development team has aimed to provide a standardised and proven absorption. Earlier this year, in March 2013, USANA Health Sciences Inc. was evaluated and approved by ConsumerLab.com LLC, a leading provider of independent product test results. Their results showed that for the fourth time in a row, USANA’s CoQuinone 30 passed testing for label claims. Clinical tests performed in USANA’s laboratories show that USANA CoQuinone delivers CoQ10 in much higher quantities than solid formulations or from competitive liquid formulations, making USANA CoQuinone more bioavailable than other CoQ10 products.
Want to try CoQuinone?
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Just take one CoQuinone 100 capsule daily or one or two CoQuinone capsules daily, preferably with meals for further boost absorption.
So, if yor cells do with a little more energy, choose USANA’s CoQuinone!
You can find the complete review at www.ConsumerLab.com.
Do not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice.
Vitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.
USE ONLY AS DIRECTED. ALWAYS READ THE LABEL.
IF SYMPTOMS PERSIST SEE YOUR HEALTH CARE PRACTITIONER
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