Nutraceuticals

Nutraceuticals is derived from two familiar terms: nutrition and pharmaceuticals. The result is a word that refers to dietary supplements and/or nutritional ingredients that promote optimal health. The word has come into common use in the last 10 years, as the interest in nutritional supplements has surged. Weston MedSurg Center carries a wide variety of nutraceutical products:

Lipo BC is a fat burning lipotropic combination. They promote flow of fat to and from the liver. This essentially improves liver function and fat metabolism! Lipo BC, included in a weight loss program will successfully emulsify fats and carbohydrates and promote fat burning. We have a lipotropic diet shot or pill at Weston MedSurg Center.

Diucaps can reduce appetite by increasing the brain's production of the neurotransmitter NE (norepinephrine). They however do not cause a depressive crash when the patient stops taking it like a mphetamines. That's because the diucaps cause the brain to increase both its production and stores of NE, rather than depleting the stores as amphetamine does. If your supply of NE runs out, you feel let down, and very probably you will go on a rebound eating binge when you stop taking diet pills.

Prevenzyme is a special soothing formulation of eight natural digestive enzymes. They function as a biological catalyst, helping to breakdown protein, carbohydrates, and fats. When supplemented with 8-10 prevenzyme tablets daily, the body will digest 60 grams of fat, 48 grams of protein, and 48 grams of carbohydrates. This amount is equal to approximately 1000 calories (which an average person consumes at least one half or more of each day).

Myoden Spray is a purine nucleotide that is a key component in certain enzyme reactions necessary for proper fat and carbohydrate metabolism. It is composed of adenosine monophosphate and is beneficial for correcting low energy production due to mitochondrial dysfunction (mitochondria are the "storehouses" of energy in the cells). Supplementing with AMP, or adenosine monophosphate, increases the calories burned by pumping sodium and potassium across cell membranes to increase energy and metabolic function.

Magnesium Potassium Aspartate is essential mineral nutrient therapy, as they are critical to many vital bodily functions. They facilitate body energy production by improving the production and regeneration of ATP, the biochemical "battery" molecule. Fatigue syndromes of all types are particularly responsive to Magnesium Potassium Aspartate therapy, improving it in 80% or more of cases.

Rodex Forte is a time released therapeutic formula that includes Vitamin B12, B6, & Folic Acid. The continuous release guarantees better utilization and absorption. It helps protect against stress when dieting, and aids in the prevention of water build up in the tissues. It works great for PMS, nausea, and vomiting and has been shown to lower homocysteine levels which contribute to heart disease.

Stress 28 is an iron-free supplement rich in vitamins and minerals for the maintenance of energy and the preservation of good health. It is a custom formulation for weight loss programs.

5-HTP is a derivative of the amino acid tryptophan. It has been shown to increase pain tolerance, induce sleep, and alter your perception of hunger. Tryptophan is converted to serotonin in the brain and is found in high protein foods. Statistically significant weight loss is achieved versus placebo, as patients feel "full" sooner and consume fewer calories.

Dr. Weston and his staff would be happy to discuss any of the above nutraceutical products with you more in-depth. To discuss nutraceuticals with us please call 980-297-7400.