Introducing Three New Crayhon Research Products
This month, I would like to introduce you to three additional products from our newly acquired Crayhon Research line. All three are powders, which can be easily combined and incorporated into either a meal replacement or added to a program designed to support optimal health.
My Aminoplex™
Amino acids form the building blocks of proteins, hormones, neurotransmitters, and the components of our immune system. Unfortunately, poor digestion and allergenic proteins limit the benefits of amino acids. My Aminoplex™ is an ideal blend of pure amino acids, not a protein powder, and is free of such allergens such as dairy, corn, soy, gluten and other grains. Because of its purity, My Aminoplex is immediately utilized by the body so it can powerfully support optimal wellness as well as a wide range of health conditions.1
My Aminoplex was formulated after an extensive review of over four thousand human plasma amino acid tests. It was further perfected after ten years of clinical feedback on the formula from thousands of patients and practitioners. My Aminoplex also contains co-factors such as zinc, magnesium, B-complex nutrients and alpha-ketoglutarate, all of which help the body optimally assimilate and metabolize this powerful amino acid blend. All these factors combine to make My Aminoplex unlike any other amino acid or protein supplement available today.
Available in both a mildly flavored, sweetened form, especially appealing to children, and an unflavored form, My Aminoplex can be mixed in water, juice or smoothies. Take one or two scoops (included in the container) away from meals, ideally ½ hour before or two hours after a meal. It can also be combined with any of the other powders in the Crayhon Research line. Check the end of the article for some suggested recipes.
Some of the unique clinical benefits of My Aminoplex include the suppression of appetite as well as naturally supporting healthy weight management.2 It also serves as an excellent source of amino acids for patients with compromised gastrointestinal function and those who cannot digest proteins well,3 and provides exceptional nutritional support to patients who have food allergies or who are on otherwise restricted or on low-protein diets.4 My Aminoplex is also beneficial to people who want to maintain lean tissue,5-6 especially in the elderly, which in turn helps engender optimal insulin metabolism, those who want to improve exercise endurance,7-8 and individuals who want to promote healthy circulation by improving nitric oxide levels.9 Furthermore, through its alpha-ketoglutarate content it can support wound healing and gastrointestinal integrity.10 Individuals in a cachexic state may have a greater need for some of the conditionally essential and nonessential amino acids.11 My Aminoplex can be highly helpful as an adjunct to dietary sources of amino acids.
In today’s toxic environment, My Aminoplex can promote the body’s ability to detoxify12-13 as well as support optimal liver function14 and antioxidant defense.15 Furthermore, it can help promote vitality in older adults,16 support focus and concentration,17-18 help the body achieve overall wellness while recovering from addictions,19 support heart health20 and healthy thyroid function.21
Finally, any stressful state can increase the requirement for more amino acids. Patients undergoing surgery, or recovering from traumatic injury or emotional stress, can see benefits from adding a broad-spectrum amino acid complex such as My Aminoplex.22-23
Metabolic Enhancer™
Metabolic Enhancer is another clinically powerful tool for supporting optimal health. In order to obtain the fourteen nutrients found in Metabolic Enhancer Powder using capsules, patients would have to make use of many different formulas. Clinical experience shows that patients only wish to take a limited number of products regularly. So, it’s important to make products pack as much clinical punch as possible, and Metabolic Enhancer does just that. It may become the single most versatile and important supplement you give your patients.
Metabolic Enhancer can naturally support immune competence through the actions of taurine, N-acetyl-cysteine, vitamin C and magnesium.24 Healthy circulation, due to the formula’s trimethylglycine, phosphatidylcholine,25 and arginine26 content can be improved. Enhanced insulin metabolism may be achieved through the antioxidant actions of N-acetyl-cysteine27 as well as improved general antioxidant defense through the building blocks of glutathione, NAC, glutamine and glycine.28 Other benefits include improved weight management and lowered triglycerides due to the actions of taurine,29 lean tissue growth because of the actions of the branch chain amino acids leucine, valine, and isoleucine and through its magnesium30 and creatine content,31 and improved liver function and phase II detoxification, due to its phosphatidylcholine, inositol, taurine32 and glycine content.33
Used in combination with Wellness Meal™ or My Aminoplex, Metabolic Enhancer Powder can provide a powerful clinical punch for patients of all ages.
Wellness Meal™
The third new product from the Crayhon Research line we are proud to introduce is Wellness Meal, which takes meal replacement therapy to a whole new level. It starts with the highest quality whey protein available and adds a full complement of the latest therapeutic nutrients at clinically meaningful doses for the optimal support of both body and mind.
Whey proteins have been shown to be the highest quality protein for supporting overall health in humans34 as well as being rich in immune-supporting compounds such as immunoglobulins and lactoferrin, unique components often missing in other whey proteins that are highly processed.35 Wellness Meal can support glucose tolerance through the actions of vitamin D,36 biotin,37 carnitine, chromium and magnesium.38
Mental energy, improved focus and healthy mood levels can be achieved through the actions of thiamine, vitamin B6, folic acid, DMAE,39 carnitine and glycerophosphocholine.40 Wellness Meal can be part of promoting liver health, removing toxins and antioxidant defense because of the levels of glycine, NAC, carnitine, phosphatidylcholine,41 taurine42 and cocoa powder. Additionally, it also supports the healing of ulcers because of the NAC,43 lactoferrin44-45 and zinc.
Wellness Meal should not be relied upon as a sole source of calories; however, it can be used as a replacement for one or two meals per day to help with weight management as well as helping maintain healthy circulation, heart health and ulcer healing.
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