Project Description
Microgenics 50+ Multivitamin 120 Capsules
Why a multi for those over 50?
As we age, not only do our nutritional requirements change, but so does the way our body processes nutrients. It is estimated that 20% of the elder population have low stomach acid. This can affect the absorption of nutrients such as vitamin B12, calcium, iron and magnesium.1
Studies estimate that 10–30% of people over age 50 have a reduced ability to absorb vitamin B12 from their diet.2 Additionally, up to 40% of the elder population have low or deficient level of vitamin B1.3 The majority (92%) of older Australians don’t consume enough fruit and vegetables to meet the daily recommended guidelines, therefore missing out on essential vitamin and minerals.4
Support healthy bones
People over 50 years of age have an increased need for calcium, vitamin D3 and vitamin K2 to help maintain healthy bones, but studies have found that absorption of calcium in the gut declines with age5 and that aging can make the skin thinner, which reduces its ability to make vitamin D3.6 This can have a negative impact on bone health.
Women over the age of 50 have the greatest risk of developing osteoporosis. It is estimated that 23% of Australian women over 50 have osteoporosis and are four times more likely than men to develop it.7 It is well-known that calcium is essential to maintain healthy bones. However, you need vitamin D3 to assist with the absorption of calcium from the digestive tract.11 This means that vitamin D3 can thus help reduce the risk on developing osteoporosis later in life..
Support heart health
Increasing evidence links thiamine (vitamin B1) deficiency with many cardiovascular diseases and risk factors8 and studies suggest that taking thiamine supplements may help improve heart health in the elderly population. Taking a daily multivitamin should provide enough thiamine to support heart health.9
A growing number of studies point to vitamin D deficiency as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease, such as high blood pressure. Low vitamin D levels have been associated with increased prevalence of hypertension and atherosclerosis. How this exactly works isn’t yet clear, but studies so far have shown that maintaining optimal vitamin D levels play an important role in supporting cardiovascular health.10
B vitamins to support energy production
The B-group vitamins are a collection of eight water-soluble vitamins essential for many metabolic processes in the body. Whilst B vitamins do not provide the body with energy, they are essential to help convert carbohydrates, fat and protein into energy. Most of the B vitamins can’t be stored by the body. This means that they must be consumed regularly in the diet to ensure a sufficient supply. Extended cooking, food processing and excess alcohol consumption can destroy or reduce the availability of many of the B vitamins.12
Incorporates ingredients to support general health and wellbeing for those over the age of 50
With vitamin D3 to support a healthy cardiovascular function
With vitamin D3 support calcium absorption from the diet and thus help reduce the risk at osteoporosis
Contains B vitamins to support energy production
PRODUCT BENEFITS
A comprehensive formula to support general health and wellbeing for those over 50
With Vitamin D and thiamine to support heart health
Includes B vitamins for energy production
APPROVED LABEL CLAIM
Microgenics 50+ Multivitamin contains vitamins and minerals that maintain
general health and wellbeing. It has been specifically formulated with Vitamin
D3 which supports healthy cardiovascular system function and Thiamine which
supports heart health. Vitamin D3 also helps Calcium absorption and a diet
deficient in Calcium can lead to osteoporosis later in life. Microgenics 50+
Multivitamin also contains B Vitamins which support energy production.
ü With vitamins and minerals to support health and wellbeing
INGREDIENTS (per capsule)
Betacarotene 1.5 mg
Thiamine hydrochloride 34 mg
Equiv. to Thiamine (Vitamin B1) 27 mg
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 30 mg
Nicotinamide 20 mg
Calcium pantothenate 70 mg
Equiv. to Pantothenic acid (Vitamin B5) 64 mg
Pyridoxine hydrochloride 30 mg
Equiv. to Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) 25 mg
Levomefolate Calcium 541 micrograms
Equiv. to levomefolic acid
(L-5-MTHF) 500 micrograms
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) 115 micrograms
Biotin 150 micrograms
Ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) 165 mg
Colecalciferol (Vitamin D3 500IU) 12.5 micrograms
d-alpha-Tocopheryl acid succinate 20 mg
Equiv. to d-alpha-Tocopherol (Vitamin E) 24 IU
Menaquinone 7 45 micrograms
Citrus bioflavonoids extract 20 mg
Calcium (from Calcium citrate tetrahydrate) 20 mg
Chromium (from Chromium
picolinate) 50 micrograms
Copper (from Copper gluconate) 1.2 mg
Iron (from Ferrous fumarate) 5 mg
Magnesium (from Magnesium amino
acid chelate) 7.5 mg
Manganese (from Manganese amino
acid chelate) 3 mg
Iodine (from Potassium iodide) 150 micrograms
Selenium (from Selenomethionine) 26 micrograms
Zinc (from Zinc amino acid chelate) 15 mg
Soy phosphatidylserine-enriched
soy lecithin powder 2.9 mg
Ubidecarenone 2 mg
Bacopa monnieri (Brahmi)
ext. dry conc. 2.5 mg
from dry leaf 50 mg
Curcuma longa (Turmeric)
ext. dry conc. 2.86 mg
from dry rhizome 100 mg
Cynara scolymus (Globe Artichoke)
ext. dry conc. 2.5 mg
from fresh leaf 50 mg
Ginkgo biloba ext. dry conc. 20 mg
from dry leaf 1 g (1,000 mg)
Silybum marianum (Milk Thistle)
ext. dry conc. 21.4 mg
from dry seed 1.5 g (1,500 mg)
Tagetes erecta (Marigold) ext. dry conc. 10 mg
from minimum fresh flower 800 mg
stand. to Lutein esters calculated
as lutein 1 mg
Vaccinium macrocarpon (Cranberry)
ext. dry conc. 1.6 mg
from fresh fruit 800 mg
Vaccinium myrtillus (Bilberry)
ext. dry conc. 1 mg
from fresh fruit 100 mg
Vitis vinifera (Grape) ext. dry conc. 8.3 mg
from dry seed 1 g (1,000 mg)
CONTAINS NO ADDED
Wheat, gluten, yeast, dairy products, egg, artificial flavours, or sweeteners.
STORAGE INFORMATION
Store below 30°C. Keep away from children.
DOSE
Adults, take 1 hard capsule once daily with water, with meals, or as directed by your healthcare professional.
CAUTIONS/CONTRAINDICATIONS
WARNING: Stop taking this medication if you
experience tingling, burning or numbness and see
your healthcare practitioner as soon as possible.
(Contains vitamin B6). This medicine contains
Selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose
of 150 micrograms for adults of Selenium from dietary
supplements should not be exceeded. Do not take
while on warfarin therapy without medical advice.
Vitamins and minerals can only be of assistance if
dietary intake is inadequate. If symptoms persist,
talk to your health professional. Do not use if tamper
evidence seal is missing, torn or broken. Contains
soya bean products and sulfites.
MEDICINE INTERACTIONS
If taking prescription medication or if in doubt
consult your healthcare professional.