Each 6g serving contains:
Herbs/plant extract:
Synergy 1 Orafti 4g
Amino acids:
L-Carnitine1g, L-Glutamine 1g, Creatine Monohydrate 100mg
HERBS/PLANT EXTRACT:
Synergy 1 Orafti 4g:
It is:
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An enriched chicory inulin powder* containing a carefully selected DP distribution (DP = Degree of Polymerisation = chain length of the molecules);
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A combination of chicory inulin molecules with selected chain lengths, enriched by a specific fraction of oligofructose produced by partial enzymatic hydrolysis of chicory inulin;
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A food ingredient containing inulin, oligofructose, fructose, glucose and sucrose;
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Exactly the same product as the one used in the clinical research that shows that a daily intake of 8 g significantly increases calcium uptake in humans *.
Chicory inulin:
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Is a mixture of polysaccharides which are composed of fructose units linked together by ß (2-1) linkages. Almost every molecule is terminated by a glucose unit. The total number of fructose or glucose units of chicory inulin ranges mainly between 2 and 60.
Chicory Oligofructose (* patent pending)
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Is a mixture of oligosaccharides which are composed of fructose units linked together by ß(2-1)linkages. Part of these molecules is terminated by a glucose unit. The total number of fructose or glucose units = Degree of Polymerisation.
Not only does this soluble, hygroscopic fibre eases constipation but also improves the composition of the intestinal flora by acting as a prebiotic in the gut. A prebiotic effect is a food‐induced increase in numbers and/or activity of predominantly bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria in the human gut, ensuring better health and well-being. This strengthens the pathogen‐suppressing colonisation resistance in the gut. When well-balanced, the bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteriaconstitute a colonisation barrier against the pathogens that are suppressed to harmless level (<106/ml) in healthy individuals.
Modification of the intestinal flora affects several aspects of the host's physiology, as fermentation results in the production of biologically active metabolites which can be absorbed into the blood and possibly influence the functioning of organs (liver, kidney, brain) and peripheral tissues (muscle, fat tissue, cancerous tissue). Colon Assist also helps the body absorb more essential nutrients like calcium and magnesium. Repopulating the colon with the normal flora improves the immune response of the host by reducing abnormal allergic responses.
Recent scientific data indicates that Orafti®inulin and Orafti®oligofructose offers a simple but very efficient dietary tool that reinforces the pathogen‐suppressing colonisation resistance in the gut. These products do so by selectively giving a competitive advantage to key‐players in this colonisation barrier (Bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria). This selective stimulation of the growth and development of these particular groups of health‐promoting bacteria is called prebiosis, a new concept in nutrition: inulin and oligofructose are prebiotics.
The prebiosis (selective stimulation of predominantly Bifidobacteria and lactic acid bacteria) induced by inulin and oligofructose in the colon has the potential to improve the health and well‐being of the host. This can be ascribed in general to a stronger colonisation resistance, which reduces the risk of infections, and more particularly to some typical beneficial properties of Bifidobacteria. There is basic scientific evidence available to support these statements.
The beneficial effects ascribed to Bifidobacteria can be summarised as follows:
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A lower pH prevents the growth of harmful bacteria
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It may reduce the risk of colon cancer
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It may help activate the immune system
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It helps synthesise certain B-vitamins
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It increases the absorption of minerals, eg. calcium and magnesium.
The use of antibiotics can sometimes lead to an unfavourable disruption of the intestinal flora. In a personal communication to BENEO‐Orafti, the results of a study by Hopkins et al. suggested that inulin can reduce the growth of clostridium difficile after treatment with the antibiotic Clindamycin.
Modification of the intestinal flora affects several aspects of the host's physiology, as fermentation results in the production of biologically active metabolites which can be absorbed into the blood and possibly influence the functioning of organs (liver, kidney, brain) and peripheral tissues (muscles, adipose tissue, cancerous tissue).
Inulin and oligofructose offer a simple but efficient means to thoroughly improve the composition of the intestinal flora for better health and well-being - a major achievement in 21st century nutrition.
AMINO ACIDS:
L-Carnitine
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L- Carnitine offers additional advantages to the intestinal system by assisting with the energy supply in the intestinal cells, via fatty acids, as well as with retaining additional fluid in stool for increased digestive health. This may improve functioning of the colon considerably.
L-Glutamine
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The amino acid, glutamine, may help to repair damage to the intestines in cases of Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Colitis and Gastritis. It may also accelerate the healing of Peptic Ulcers and prevent food allergies.
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Glutamine added to Colon Assist enhances the general health of the digestive system, which is a source of energy for the intestines. It also prevents intestinal permeability and repairs damage caused by Irritable Bowel Syndrome. It is very beneficial for Leaky Gut Syndrome.
CreatineMonohydrate
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This is a modified form of the amino acid creatine which is not a constituent of proteins. Creatine is an essential component of creatine phosphate which stimulates the body’s production of adenosine triphosphate. This is the fuel off all the cells in the body that drives the Krebs cycle in cells. It may improve the energy status and functioning of the colon.
