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Women’s Health

Womens Multivitamin

Womens Multivitamin

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  • 60 Capsules
  • Serving Size - 2 Capsules
  • 37 Active Ingredients/Serving
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Our Women's Multivitamin is specially formulated with antioxidants, herbs, vitamins, and minerals to support your lifestyle. Boost your energy and mental clarity with our vitamin-B complex blend. Combat nutrient deficiencies caused by modern-day stressors with our broad-spectrum micronutrients. At Lab Rat, we prioritize quality. Our multivitamins undergo third-party testing for heavy metals and impurities and are NSF and GMP certified. Choose Lab Rat for top-notch nutritional support.

Formula Purposes & Benefits

Purposes

  • Support women's overall health and wellness
  • Provide essential vitamins and minerals tailored to women's needs
  • Use the latest scientific research and high-quality ingredients
  • Maintain world-class standards in production and testing, ensuring safety and purity

Benefits

  • Improved cardiovascular, hormonal, and metabolic health
  • Enhanced immune, digestive, and cognitive functions
  • Increased positive mood, sexual function, and exercise performance

Formula Ingredients & Benefits

Vitamin A (beta carotene)

  • Supports vision health, skin health, immune health, and increases antioxidant support (57,58).
  • Supports antioxidant function via decreased inflammatory cytokines (inflammation), decreased reactive oxygen species, and increased L-glutathione production (master antioxidant) (57,58).
  • Supports visual health via increased amounts of plasma vitamin A in macular (eye) tissues (57,58).

Vitamin C

  • Supports immune, cardiovascular, skin, cognitive, fat-burning, and digestive health (24,25).
  • Supports immune health via increased oxidant, free radical scavenging, and fueling neutrophilic (immune cell) activity in chemotaxis, phagocytosis, and microbial killing (24,25).
  • Supports fat burning by increasing carnitine biosynthesis (molecule required for mitochondrial fatty acid oxidation) (24,25).
  • Supports accelerate bone healing after a fracture, increases type I collagen synthesis, and reduces oxidative stress (inflammation) (25).

Calcium Carbonate

  • Supports bone health, muscle function, and cardiovascular health (7,8).
  • Regulates processes of bone resorption, mineralization, and fracture repair (7,8).
  • Increases the effect of physical exercise on bone mineral acquisition in the period preceding puberty (7,8).
  • Prevents the development of preeclampsia (7,8).

Vitamin D

  • Supports exercise performance, immune health, muscle growth, optimal bone health, hormonal health, immune function, increased sexual health, cardiovascular health, glucose tolerance, strength, and positive mood (14,15,16).
  • Supports hormonal health via high amounts of vitamin D receptor (VDR) activity in hormone-based negative feedback loop reactions (14,15).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via improved absorption of calcium, reduced atherosclerotic activity, stimulating cardiomyocytes, and improved vascular health (14,15).
  • Supports exercise performance via reduced exercise-associated inflammation and muscle damage (14,15).
  • Supports sexual health via increased activity of Vitamin D receptor activity of testosterone production (16).
  • Supports immune function via decreases in inflammatory cytokines and aiding immune cells (14,15).
  • Supports joint health via regulating calcium and phosphorus and bone remodeling along with other calcium-regulating actions (14,15).

Vitamin E

  • Supports immune function, cognitive health, cardiovascular health, and bone health (61,62,63,64,65)
  • Supports immune health via neutralizing free radicals and reactive oxygen species, and increased T lymphocyte-mediated immune function (61).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reduced cholesterol (61).
  • Supports cognitive function via reduced oxidative stress, inflammation, and DNA damage of neuronal tissues (65).

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)

  • Supports aerobic energy metabolism (oxidative phosphorylation), cell growth, optimal neuronal conduction (nerve impulses), and cardiovascular health (21).
  • Supports cardiovascular function and aids as a neuroprotective agent in individuals with vitamin B-1 deficiencies (21,22).

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)

  • Supports the conversion and activation of other B vitamins, red blood cell production and serves as a cofactor for both glucose and fat metabolism (energy production) (19,20).

Vitamin B3 (Niacin)

  • Major B vitamin that supports cardiovascular health by inhibiting hepatic(liver) triglyceride synthesis, reducing very-low-density lipoprotein (VLDL) secretion and increasing HDL plasma concentrations (1).
  • Reduces conversion of VLDL into LDL proteins and serum lipoprotein concentrations in plasma (blood) (1).
  • Vital for regulation of gene expression, cell cycle progression, and DNA repair, and cell death (1).
  • Supports healthy inflammatory response via antioxidant and anti-apoptotic (prevention of cell death) properties (1).
  • Prevents pathologies(diseases) such as Pellagra and reduces the prevalence of nervous anorexia, cancer, and Crohn’s disease (2,3).

Vitamin B6

  • Serves as a cofactor in more than 150 enzymatic reactions associated with blood sugar regulation, immunity, cardiovascular function, neuronal health, metabolic, and digestive health (9,11).
  • Reduces plasma glucose (blood sugar levels) by inhibiting the activity of small-intestinal α-glucosidases (enzymes associated with glucose metabolism) (10).
  • Functions as an antioxidant by counteracting the formation of reactive oxygen species (inflammatory markers) and advanced glycation end-products (9,11).
  • May support blood sugar regulation in women with gestational diabetes (11).
  • Cofactor for enzymes involved in DNA metabolism (11).

Vitamin B12

  • Supports proper DNA synthesis, folate cycle function, energy production, cognitive function, and immune health (12,13).
  • Aids as an antioxidant via direct scavenging of reactive oxygen species (inflammation), preserving l-glutathione levels (master antioxidant), and reducing oxidative stress (12).
  • May prevent vitamin b-12 deficiency diseases such as anemia, neurodegenerative disease, cardiovascular disease, and osteoporosis (13).

Zinc

  • Supports immune function, skin health, cognitive function, and vision (172,173).
  • Supports the stimulation of the innate and adaptive immune system (55,56).
  • Supports the activation of lymphocytes and activation of innate and T cell-mediated immunity (55,56).
  • Supports cognitive function by modulation of neuronal signaling in areas of the brain associated with memory and learning (hippocampus) (55,56).

Biotin

  • Supports the conversion of food into cellular energy, hair health, skin health, and cognitive function (66,67).
  • Enhances glucose breakdown into skeletal muscle tissue (66,67).

Vitamin B5

  • Supports energy production, cell growth, cell repair, cognitive function, increased hippocampal volume (memory), and optimized bioenergetics (burning of carbohydrates, fat, and protein) (23).

Magnesium

  • Supports optimal nerve function, muscle contractions, cardiovascular, bone health, and decreased anxiety (17,18).
  • Supports biological reactions such as ATP-fueled reactions and pancreatic insulin secretion (17,18).
  • Supports the reduction of systolic blood pressure, fasting glucose, triglycerides, and healthy HDL levels (17,18).
  • Reduces peripheral cortisol levels in the CNS and supports relaxation and decreased anxiety (17,18).

Copper

  • Supports healthy blood sugar levels, energy metabolism, and cholesterol management (26,27).

Selenium

  • Supports antioxidant function, cardiovascular health, cognitive function, thyroid health, and immune health (28,29).
  • Combats atherosclerosis, high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia), and type 1 diabetes (30).
  • Supports thyroid health via decreased circulating thyroid autoantibodies in patients with chronic autoimmune thyroiditis (AIT) (29).
  • Increases the activity of selenoproteins that decrease reactive oxygen species (inflammation), increases natural killer activity, and increases glutathione (master antioxidant) levels (28,30).

Manganese

  • Supports enzymatic antioxidant reactions, increased bone mineral density, and blood sugar regulation (31,32).

Molybdenum

  • Increases enzymatic reactions involved in sulfite metabolism and detoxification (33).

Chromium

  • Supports insulin function, reduced cholesterol, improved blood sugar regulation and may lower cholesterol (68,69).

Wild Yam Extract

  • May support hormonal balance in women via increased progesterone production (34).
  • Supports the reduction of atherosclerosis and improves vascular flow (34).

Red Clover Extract

  • Supports menopausal health via reductions in hot flashes, increased estrogen production, antioxidant support, improved lipid panels, increased bone mineral density, and improved mood (35,36,37).
  • High in phytoestrogens (isoflavone) that bind to estrogen receptors which increase estradiol (37).
  • Reduces total cholesterol, LDL, triglycerides, and improves HDL (35,36,37).
  • Supports bone health via increased osteoblasts (cells that build bone) activity, reduced bone turnover by inhibiting bone reabsorption, and increased bone mineral density (35,36,37).

Lutein

  • A carotenoid that supports vision health, immune health, cardiovascular health, and combats diabetic retinopathy (38,39).
  • Supports increased lutein concentration in the macula and exhibits various features such as anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative, and blue light-filtering effects (38,39).
  • Supports visual health via increased lutein concentration in the macular layer of the retina, reduced susceptibility to age-related macular disease, reduced prevalence of cataracts, and improved plasma level of lutein and retinal macular pigment level (38,39).

Cranberry Extract

  • Supports cardiovascular health, immune health, and may combat urinary tract infections (39,40).

Alpha Lipoic Acid

  • Supports immune health, cardiovascular health, blood sugar regulation, reduced body fat, and improved cognitive function (41).
  • Supports blood sugar regulation via increased glucose uptake in insulin-sensitive and insulin-resistant muscle (41).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via increased nitric oxide production and decreased glycation of red blood cells (decreased HA1C) (41).
  • Supports cognitive function via enhanced memory, focus, and reduction of neurodegenerative disease (41).
  • Supports immune health via increased free radical scavenging capabilities and increased glutathione (master antioxidant) levels (41).
  • Reduces body weight via decreased appetite in individuals with metabolic syndrome (41).

Goldenseal Root

  • Supports digestive health, antibacterial activity, and antioxidant support (59,60).
  • Supports antioxidant function via levels of berberine (alkaloid) (59,60).

Echinacea

  • Increases antiviral, anti-microbial, antioxidant capacity, and supports a strong immune system (42,43).
  • Supports immune health via decreased impro-inflammatory markers (cytokines IL-6, IL-8, and TNF) (42,43).
  • Supports adaptive and innate immunity via increased monocytes, neutrophils, natural killer cells, and CD8 T cells (42,43).

Spirulina

  • Supports reduced cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar regulation, reduces inflammation, reduced body fat, and supports antioxidant function (70,71).

Garlic

  • Supports cardiovascular health, immune health, joint health, reduced inflammation, gut health, and enhanced antibacterial activity (44).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reduced hypertension, reduced total cholesterol reduced arterial stiffness (hardening of arteries), and markers of atherosclerosis (44).
  • Supports joint health via reduced NF-κB activation (inflammation) in human fibroblast cells and reduced prevalence of pain in individuals with rheumatoid arthritis (45).
  • Supports gut health via increased prebiotic properties, increased microbiome population, and increased Lactobacillus and Clostridia species (46).
  • Supports immune health via a reduction in inflammatory markers (CRP, TNF, IL-6) (47).

Green Tea Extract

  • A potent polyphenolic antioxidant that supports blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, and metabolic health (5).
  • High in ECGC (epigallocatechin gallate) (5).
  • ECGC is shown to reduce body fat mass, increase fat oxidation(burning) and increase caloric expenditure during exercise (4).
  • Potent anti-inflammatory compound supporting glutathione production and inhibition of pro-inflammatory markers (cytokines) (5).
  • Reduces oxidative stress (chronic inflammation in the body) (5).

Hawthorn Berries

  • Supports cardiovascular health and combats metabolic syndrome (48).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reduced atherosclerotic lesion areas, reduced cholesterol synthesis (acyl-CoA-cholesterol acyltransferase enzyme), reduced very-low-density lipoproteins (VLDL), and inhibited platelet aggregation (48).

Cinnamon Bark Extract

  • Supports blood sugar regulation and cardiovascular health (49).
  • Decreases levels of fasting plasma glucose, total cholesterol, LDL-C, triglyceride levels, and an increase in HDL-C levels (49).
  • Supports blood sugar regulation by improving insulin sensitivity and enhancing glucose uptake (49).

Bilberry Fruit Extract

  • Supports vision health, cardiovascular function, increased nitric oxide production, blood sugar regulation, and antioxidant support (50,51).

Grape Seed Extract

  • Supports increased nitric oxide production, reduces blood pressure, reduces DNA damage, increases collagen production, increases bone strength, and aids as a neuroprotective agent (6).
  • Supports antioxidant function via modulation of antioxidant enzyme expression, protection against oxidative damage, and reduced reactive oxygen species (6).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reduced atherosclerosis, inhibiting lipid peroxidation, and improved endothelial vascular function (6).

Black Currant

  • Supports immune function via high levels of polyphenols and reduction of inflammation (52).
  • Supports cardiovascular health via reductions in LDL Cholesterol (52).

Pomegranate Extract

  • Supports reduced blood pressure, increased nitric oxide production, immune health, blood sugar regulation, prostate health, gut health, and aids as an antimicrobial compound (53).
  • Supports prostate health via high polyphenolic antioxidant levels (three times the antioxidant activity of green tea) that protect the prostate gland from inflammation (53).
  • Supports reduced blood pressure via increased nitric oxide production, increased cardiac output (blood flow), and reduced cholesterol levels (53).
  • Supports digestive health by combating inflammatory bowel disease (54).
  • Supports immune health via reduced inflammatory cytokines (markers of inflammation) throughout the body (54).

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement take two (2) veggie capsules once a day. For best results, light exercise and a sensible diet are recommended. Use this product for no less than 8 weeks for maximum results. Do not exceed 4 capsules a day.

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