Vitamins and minerals are vital materials that our bodies require to establish and operate. The known vitamins consist of A, C, D, E, K, and the B vitamins: thiamin (B1), riboflavin (B2), niacin (B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxal (B6), cobalamin (B12), biotin, as well as folate/folic acid. A variety of minerals are vital for health and wellness: calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, chloride, magnesium, iron, zinc, iodine, sulfur, cobalt, copper, fluoride, manganese, and selenium. The Dietary Standards for Americans 2015– 2020 suggests that individuals must aim to meet their nutrient demands with a healthy consuming pattern that consists of nutrient-dense types of foods.
L-Tyrosine
L-Tyrosine is a conditionally indispensable amino acid required for the production of the neurotransmitters dopamine, adrenaline, and noradrenaline, as well as for the skin pigment, melanin. Noradrenaline (norepinephrine) and adrenaline (epinephrine) are the main actors in the body's response to acute stress and, along with dopamine, help to support a positive mood and mental alertness. In addition, L-Tyrosine is especially critical for the normal function of the thyroid gland.
Beta-Sitosterol Plant Sterols
CardioAid®-S Plant Sterol Esters is a combination of the ester forms of Beta-Sitosterol, Campesterol and Stigmasterol. Plant Sterols are plant-derived compounds that are structurally similar to cholesterol so that they help to limit the absorption of cholesterol from the digestive tract.* In this way, CardioAid®-S can help to maintain cholesterol levels already within the normal range.*