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Is this a hopeless dream or a realistic possibility? With
the accelerating rate of scientific progress into the causes of aging, a much-extended
healthy middle life is certainly realistic. We are already much further down
the road to this happy objective than most people realize. In fact, current
bio-nutritional knowledge, properly applied, could already enable us to maintain
vigor and vitality for many more years. The great strides we have made in the
past in treating the symptoms and maladies of old age after they have occurred
certainly extend longevity but cannot restore the qualities of life that have
already been stolen by infirmities.
This is not the direction the new generation of bio-nutritionists is taking.
They want to discover why age-associated maladies develop and how they can be
blocked before they happen. This new science wants to find out what changes
occur in the body as we grow older, what make these problems develop and how
we can strengthen our bodies to fight them off before they become major health
problems.
It is the great progress being made on this scientific front that leads us
to our optimistic expectation. We believe the present scientific thrust will
not just tack a few years on the end of life but also extend significantly its
prime years of healthy maturity.
A major breakthrough in this scientific quest was the discovery of types of
molecules circulating in the blood known as free radicals. They are believed
to be the cause of, or at least a contributor to, a number of serious health
problems.
Free radicals are a class of highly corrosive oxidizing molecules that are
fragmented and unstable. They have unattached electrons which cause them to
attack cells in order to complete themselves. They react with essential biochemicals
in the cells, rendering them useless or they modify the DNA in our cells which
contain the program of cell reproduction. They can cause damage to collagen
(the stuff which holds the body together) and to the elastin of the skin, thereby
speeding its aging. Free radicals have been identified as a contributing factor
in arthritis and are suspected of being the mechanism by which dormant cancer
cells can become activated. A well-functioning immune system appears to have
a pivotal role in controlling free radicals along with its myriad of other defensive
capacities.
The immune system is controlled by the thymus gland. The enzymes it produces
govern the production of white blood cells known as "T" cells - the
real fighters of the defense system. Unfortunately, the thymus is the first
gland in the body to atrophy. It weighs 200-250 grams at birth, begins to shrink
at puberty and has shriveled to only three grams by the sixth decade of life,
having lost as much as 90% of its effectiveness. As our immune system weakens,
the danger to our cells posed by free radicals increases.
Fortunately, soon after the identification of free radicals and their destructive
role in human health, it was discovered that a class of nutrients now known
as antioxidants could attract and destroy free radicals. These originally included
Vitamin A, beta-carotene, C, E and B complex, zinc, selenium and a few others.
They have the potential of taking up the slack or backing up the apparent role
of the immune system as its effectiveness decreases with age. The study of antioxidants
is a major part of this new thrust by bio-nutritionists.
Just a few years ago, no one had even heard of free radicals or antioxidants
and nothing was known of their widespread impact on the human body. At that
time, Lewis Laboratories introduced OVER40. The objective was to slow and limit
damage of age-associated degeneration.
We were among the first to recognize the significance of the free radical/antioxidant
connection and described OVER40 as a free radical scavenger. We were also among
the first to educate the public on this important discovery. From the few antioxidants
then recognized (Vitamins E, C, beta carotene and selenium), the list of substances
known to have antioxidant properties has grown to hundreds, many of which have
antioxidant properties effective in relation to specific organs of the body.
Many of these specialized antioxidants were discovered in herbs and herb extracts.
The free radical/antioxidant discoveries, with all of their potential, are
by no means the whole story of the formulation of OVER40. Another danger area
as we grow older is the intestinal track and the colon. Here, nutrients are
absorbed, vitamins manufactured and poisons dumped for disposal. The health
of the body depends on the proper functioning of the intestines. A smooth flow
must be maintained and a flora of friendly bacteria needed for its processes
must remain present.
To ensure a smooth even flow through the intestines, Lewis Laboratories' OVER40
provides a special blend of grain, fruit and vegetable fiber. This unique combination
does not interfere with the absorption of nutrients once they are broken down
in the stomach. They also help control both diarrhea and constipation by maintaining
an even flow and adequate bulk.
Your intestines are also inhabited by several hundred species of micro-organisms,
which help produce essential vitamins, maintain your body's vital chemical and
hormone balance and guard against harmful bacteria, yeast and viruses. Principal
among the group of friendly bacteria is acidophilus, the active ingredient in
yogurt. Each portion of Lewis Laboratories' OVER40? contains one million of
this important bacteria.
OVER40? has been reformulated to take advantage of recent nutritional developments
relating to mature health. It contains eight potent antioxidants, six enzymes,
all essential vitamins, minerals and proteins and, of course, our special fiber
blend. It also has standardized herb ingredients such as grape seed, ginkgo
biloba and much more.
Lewis Laboratories' OVER40 is a comprehensive nutritional supplement for the
special needs of maturity. It is a pleasant tasting powder available in original
Unflavored, Tropical Fruit flavor and natural Vanilla Custard flavor. Just mix
with water or a juice of your choice. There is absolutely nothing comparable
on the market. Its nutritional formula is good for people of any age and daily
use is strongly recommended for anyone approaching or over 40.
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