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Amino Acid Chelate is the product resulting from the reaction of a metal ion from a soluble metal salt with amino acids with a mole ratio of one mole of metal to one to three (preferably two) moles of amino acids to coordinate covalent bonds. The average molecular weight of the hydrolyzed amino acids must be about 150 AMU (Atomic Mass Units) and the resulting chelate must not exceed 800 AMU. The minimum elemental metal content must be declared. It will be declared as a metal amino acid chelate. The setting of this upper limit for the molecular weight also guarantees it will be a nutritionally functional chelate. It is a chelate that can be absorbed as an intact molecule. A larger chelate requires digestion prior to absorption, thus destroying the chelate structure and taking away the advantages of consuming a metal amino acid chelate. What is the difference between enteric coated SOD and the SOD being encased in gliadin (GliSODin)? In general, enteric coating assists in the protection of a material from the proteolytic enzymes and hydrochloric acid in the stomach. The enteric coating must breakdown in the small intestines in order to release the SOD for absorption. Unfortunately, the pancreas releases other protein digestive enzymes into the small intestines. Therefore, whatever SOD gets released will only be degraded at this level! Enteric coating will not prevent this problem. Enteric coating will not get the SOD through the intestinal tract and into the body. On the other hand, gliadin has been chosen as the unique carrier due to the fact that it protects the SOD from both stomach and small intestine protein digestive enzymes. It helps get SOD through the cells in the intestine and into the body. What is unique about Bluebonnet’s Vitamin E softgels? Bluebonnet uses only premium grade natural source vitamin E from soybeans. Our softgels contain a mixture of 80% d-alpha tocopherol and 20% mixed tocopherols, such as gamma tocopherol. Other products on the market may state mixed tocopherols on their label. All natural vitamin oils contain a small amount. They can vary from batch to batch. They are not quantified on the label. Bluebonnet guarantees the amount of mixed tocopherols, including gamma tocopherol in all our vitamin E softgels. What is unique about EPAX Fish oils? EPAX Fish oils are produced using a unique, patented molecular distillation process. They are free from heavy metals and other pollutants. Molecular distillation eliminates the unpleasant fishy taste, odor and virtually eliminates regurgitation associated with many marine Omega-3 fish oils. Bluebonnet has several EPAX Products. Bluebonnet’s EPAX Omega 3 Brain Formula is a high DHA product. Bluebonnet’s Heart Formula Softgels is a high EPA formula. Bluebonnet’s Omega-3 Joint Formula Softgels contain a high amount of DHA and EPA. What is the difference between calcium carbonate and calcium citrate? For those over the age of 60, calcium citrate is the most absorbable form of calcium. Calcium citrate requires less hydrochloric acid and hyrochloric acid levels decline with age. Can I take my prescription medication and supplements? Please consult your doctor and pharmacist before combining prescription medications and nutritional supplements. Supplements and medications may not mix well. There is a lot that is unknown about the interactions between drugs and supplements. Can I take herbal supplements during pregnancy? Please do not use herbal supplements during pregnancy or lactation unless advised by your healthcare practitioner to do so. What is the source of your vitamin E? Our 100% natural vitamin E is derived entirely from non genetically modified soybeans. Why should I take natural vitamin E? Natural vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol) has been shown to be better absorbed and retained in the body than synthetic vitamin E (dl-alpha tocopherol). The vitamin E family consists of eight members, four tocopherols and four tocotrienols. D-alpha tocopherol is the most predominant and active form. It is backed by a good deal of research which confirms its many benefits. Our vitamin E softgels feature the mixed tocopherols which may enhance the antioxidant properties of d-alpha tocopherol. What is a fully reacted chelate? A fully reacted chelate refers to the fact that the chelating agent was chemically attached to the mineral. A mineral is chelated for the purpose of increasing absorption. What is the difference between grape seed extract and pine bark extract? Pycnogenol is a patented form of pine bark extract. Both are significant sources of flavonoids, specifically OPC's (oligomeric proanthocyanidins). OPC levels are different for each supplement. Additionally, grape seed extract contains gallic esters of proanthocyanidins and pycnogenol contains organic acids and catechins. These may have additional therapeutic benefits. Grape seeds are more readily available than pine bark, so grape seed extract is less expensive than Pycnogenol. What units are used to measure enzyme activity? Enzyme activity is the acceptable way to measure enzyme potency. Weight measurements (mg) are inappropriate and misleading. Our enzymes are meaured in Food Chemical Codex units, the national standard sanctioned by the FDA. The following is a list of FCC units:
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