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Combination of Nutrients Can Enhance Growth Factors to Restore Youthful Levels Growth Hormone and Growth Factors Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is a complex molecule composed of 191 amino acids that is released from the pituitary gland in pulses, primarily during the initial phases of slow wave sleep. HGH is converted in the liver to Insulin-like Growth Factor Type 1 (IGF-1) and other growth factors. These hormone-like proteins and peptides promote growth, nourishment and repair of cells and are needed to rebuild tissues damaged by injury, illness or aging.(1-5) Because of its healing and tissue regenerating properties, HGH has been used for patients who were injured, severely burned, recovering from surgery or severely malnourished and has been proven in double-blind studies to actually reverse many of the effects of aging. Body levels of HGH decrease with age, particularly after age 40. Its effects are seen throughout the body in the organs, nerves, brain, muscles, bones, skin, hair and nails. IGF-1, which is believed to be responsible for the majority of positive changes associated with increased HGH, can be measured in the blood and is generally used as an indicator of HGH levels in the body.(1-4) Anti-Aging Effects of HGH Proven in Double-Blind Trials The first study of the effects of supplementary HGH on aging, reported by Dr. Daniel Rudman in 1990, was a six month trial involving 12 men ages 61-81. Compared with control subjects given a placebo, the HGH group experienced changes equivalent to reversing biological deterioration that would occur over 10 to 20 years of aging.(1-4) At the beginning of the study, the men were overweight and had marked low levels of growth hormone. Even though the men did not alter their diet, exercise or smoking habits, the HGH-treated subjects gained an average of 8.8% lean muscle mass while losing 14% of their body fat. They also experienced localized increase in bone density and developed thicker, firmer skin.(1-4) In an assessment of 202 patients treated with HGH at Palm Springs Life Extension Institute, the majority of patients reported significant improvement in the following areas: These changes occurred within one to three months of raising HGH levels.(1,3,4) Restoring and maintaining HGH at youthful levels is the key to reversing the aging process. The question is how best to safely raise HGH levels in the body. Initial trials used injections of HGH taken from the pituitary glands of cadavers. The hormone has now been synthesized, but still must be given by injection since oral HGH supplements are broken down in the stomach and cannot be absorbed by the body. These injections are extremely expensive.(1-4) Fortunately, there is an effective natural alternative to HGH replacement, using nutritional supplements that may be taken orally to stimulate the release of HGH from the pituitary and boost production of IGF-1.(1,3,4) Carefully Formulated Combination of Nutrients Helps Restore Youthful Levels of Growth Factors Naturally Research suggests that prompting the body naturally to release HGH and stimulating production of IGF-1 and other growth factors may be, not only more affordable, but safer and even more effective than directly replacing the hormone with HGH injections.(1-4) The combination of amino acids used in Pro-Boost, along with other ingredients necessary for effective delivery, have been shown in clinical trials to increase plasma levels of IGF-1 an average of 30% by the end of the third month of use.(4) Amino Acid Blend Several amino acids have been shown to raise HGH levels in the body; however, taking individual amino acids may or may not be effective. Individual responses vary. The proprietary blend used in Pro-Boost contains L-lysine, L-arginine, L-ornithine, gamma amino butyric acid (GABA), glycine, L-glutamine and L-tyrosine. All of these have been found to increase HGH levels to some extent.(1-4) This proprietary blend is a synergistic combination, carefully formulated to ensure more consistent results. Mucuna (Mucuna pruriens)...A Natural Source of L-Dopa Pro-Boost™ also contains the Brazilian plant mucuna (Mucuna pruriens), a natural source of the amino acid L-dopa. In the body, L-dopa is metabolized to the neurotransmitter, dopamine. Dopamine has been proven in a number of clinical studies to increase plasma growth factor levels. The prescription drug levodopa, used in high doses primarily to treat Parkinson’s disease, also causes a significant rise in plasma growth hormone. As has been seen with many botanical substances, ingesting the whole plant can actually be more effective than isolating one of its components. By using mucuna, the absorption and activity of its naturally occurring L-dopa is enhanced so that it can be used at much lower doses.(3,4,6) Anterior Pituitary Substance Glandular therapy, the use of concentrated forms of various healthy raw animal glands, is often used to improve the health of specific glands. HGH is produced in and released from the anterior lobe of the pituitary gland. The pituitary, often called the "master gland", also regulates the function of other glands.(7) Anterior pituitary peptides are included in the Pro-Boost™ formula as a carrier and to provide growth and repair factors for the gland. Recommendations for Use This growth factor stimulating formula is recommended for anyone who is deficient (IGF-1 less than 350 ng/ml) which would include almost anyone over age 40. Others who may want to consider using this formula to stimulate production of growth factors include: A high protein diet plus vitamin, mineral and antioxidant supplements are also recommended so that, as cells are regenerated, the necessary building materials will be available. While Dr. Rudman’s patients achieved results without changes in diet and exercise, both calorie reduction and exercise will increase HGH levels in the body. WARNING: This publication and the product contained herein have not been approved or evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This publication and the product contained herein are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This product relates to nutritional support only. REFERENCES 1. Klatz, R. and Kahn, C., Grow Young with HGH, Harper Collins, New York, NY, 1997. 2. Klatz, R. and Goldman, R., Stopping the Clock, Keats Publishing, New Canaan, CT, 1996. 3. Elkins, R., HGH: Age-Reversing Miracle, Woodlands Publishing, Pleasant Grove, UT, 1998. 4. Jamieson, J., Dorman, L., Marriot, V., Growth Hormone: Reversing Human Aging Naturally, Safe Goods and LNN, East Canaan, CT, 1997. 5. Overmyer, R., "Quality of Life in the Elderly May Improve with Human Growth Hormone", Modern Medicine, July, 1991;59:90-93. 6. Kempster, P. and Wahlquist, M., "Dietary Factors and the Management of Parkinson’s Disease", Nutrition Reviews, 1994;52(2):51-58 7. Balch, J. and Balch, P., Prescription for Nutritional Healing, Second Edition, Avery Publishing, Garden City Park, NY, 1997. PRO-BOOST™ Formulated to Stimulate Release and Production of Growth Factors to Restore Youthful Levels Product No. K871 Fill Size: 180 Capsules Six Capsules Contain: Proprietary Blend 5030 mg. L-Lysine, L-Arginine, L-Ornithine, Gamma Amino Butyric Acid (GABA), Glycine, L-Arginine Pyroglutamate, Mucuna Pruriens (L-Dopa), Anterior Pituitary (peptides), L-Glutamine, L-Tyrosine, Collagen Peptone, Bromelain, Papain, Kelp Other ingredients: silica, magnesium stearate Recommended Dosage: Adults take 3 capsules morning and evening two hours prior to or after food. After 90 days, discontinue use for 30 days, then start regimen again. Drink 8 full glasses of water daily. This product should not be used by children or by pregnant or nursing women. Copyright 2004 Alternative Medicine Shop, LLC. |
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