USES OF Lucida-DS:

A.        ANTIOXIDANT (Detoxifier): substance that neutralizes harmful molecules called free radicals in the   
body.


  •       major detoxification agent- binds to toxins such as heavy metals, solvents & pesticides & transforms  them into a form
                        that can be excreted in urine and bile

  •       essential for the functioning of the immune system

  •       major free radical scavenger enzyme

  •       protects individual cells & tissues of arteries, brain, heart, immune cells, kidneys, lens of eyes, liver, lungs and skin   
against oxidant damage.

  •       helps in preventing cancer especially liver cancer

  •       helps to maintain the strength of RBC & protecting WBC


                    Note: The recommended dose as antioxidant is 10mg per kg body weight per day.


Classification of Antioxidants:

    I.        Endogenous Antioxidants (cellular antioxidant- made in the body)

  •       Glutathione

  •       CoQ10

  •       Alpha Lipoic Acid        


    II.        Antioxidants Phytochemicals - photosynthetic nutrients/ plant pigments.


    a.        Carotenoids - best known as precursor of Vit. A

  •        lycopene, lutein, zeaxanthin

  •        fat-soluble

  •        found in colorful foods

    b.        Bioflavonoids or flavonoids - another type of plant pigment,  found in fruits and vegs,
                                                                   also in red wine, beer, chocolate, coffee, algae and soy.
    Major classes are:

  •        Flavonones

  •        Flavones

  •        Flavonols

  •        Isoflavones- soy, dong quai, black cohosh, icorice and red clover                              

  •        Catechins-   green tea

  •        Chalcones  

  •        Anthocyanidins- grapeseed and pycnogenol



    III.        Herbal Antioxidants - such as milk thistle, ginkgo biloba, curcumin and garlic

    IV.        Antioxidant Vitamins  

  •       Vitamin A

  •       Vitamin C

  •       Vitamin

    I.        Antioxidant Minerals  

  •       Selenium

  •       Zinc


    II.        Antioxidant Hormone

  • Melatonin


    People who need Lucida-DS:

  •       smokers

  •       alcohol/caffeine drinkers

  •       30 years old is a must

  •       who exercise excessively / body builders

  •       with low sperm count

  •       with liver problems (hepatitis)

  •       with cataracts

  •       with pimples / obese

  •       on chemotherapy recovery

  •       exposed to chemicals /pesticides

  •       with low immune system (recovery from sickness and operation)

  •       acetaminophen (paracetamol) / NSAID frequent users

    Note: Smokers (“people who smoke, are chronically exposed to toxins, suffer from conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis,
    diabetes mellitus, AIDS, CA  and has lower levels of glutathione.

    It’s a vicious cycle: Health problems deplete the supply of glutathione &  reduced levels of glutathione increase risk of health
    problems.

B.           ANTI-AGEING


  •       aids in the breakdown of oxidized fats

  •       glutathione is required for carbohydrate metabolism


    “The greater the exposure to toxins, the faster the body uses up its supply glutathione.  Without the protection of Glutathione,
    cells die at a faster rate, making people age quicker & putting them at risk for toxin induced diseases including cancer.


D.        SLIMMING EFFECT OF Lucida-DS:

    One of the building blocks of Vaniderm is L-Cysteine which burns fat and produces lean muscles in high doses.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQ)


1.         Why is Glutathione important to Health?


  •        Protects cells by quenching some particularly dangerous free radical (including the hydroxyl radical)
  •        Its antioxidant power extends to protection DNA against oxidative modification.
  •        It is the primary protectant of the eyes and skin against damaging ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
  •        It is the foundation of P450 detoxification system that neutralizes toxins in the liver, kidneys, lungs, and intestinal lining
  •        Play roles in the synthesis and repair of DNA, protein synthesis, amino acids transport and the synthesis of hormone
                                life prostaglandins
  •        Plays an important role in the immune system enhancement.


2.        Why do you need Vitamin C when taking Glutathione?

    “Blood Glutathione levels rose nearly 50% in healthy individuals taking 500mg of   Vitamin C.  Vitamin C raises glutathione by
    helping the body manufacture it & at the same time prevent it from being oxidized.”
                       

                                               -  Dr. Murray 7/30/2003


    “Glutathione is too large a molecule to effectively pass through the intestine into cells, so supplementing with glutathione
    alone
    is not helpful but when taken with Vitamin C, which protects it from oxidative damage, glutathione becomes effective.
                                         

       - Monika Klein, C.N., Malibu, Ca

    “Vitamin C among the other antioxidants such as grapeseed oil extracts, Vit E and ALA are to keep L Glutathione in the
    reduced form so that they can continue to have their powerful free radical quenching effects"
                                                                   
                                                                                                                                                            - Dr. Hersh, MD Atlanta, Georgia

3.        What is the importance of Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)?  Why is Lucida with 100 mg  Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA)?

    ALA is one of the best supplement that boost intracellular glutathione levels other than its many other health benefits.

    “Recharges” vitamins C & E, as well as CoQ10.

    Prevent formation of glycated proteins in test tube studies, this explains why ALA is such a valuable supplement for diabetics.
    Free radicals are produced 50 times faster by glycated proteins than non glycated proteins. In Germany it is widely used to treat
    complications related to diabetes.

    Recommended Daily Allowance: minimum 100mg/day

     (Proven safe & effective)              Optimum health 600mg/day

    To help increase glutathione levels. “Lipoic Acid is the only antioxidant that can boost the level of intracellular glutathione, a
    cellular antioxidant of tremendous importance.”

           - Life Extension Foundation 12/99


    Also a chelator of heavy metals meaning that it helps move excessive amounts of metals such as mercury, iron, aluminum and
    copper safely out of the body. These metals are known to enhance the production of free radicals.


4.        What are free radicals?

    Free radicals are atoms or group of atoms that can cause damage to cells, impairing the immune system and leading to
    infections and various degenerative diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
    

    Most common among the known free radicals that occur in the body that is oxygen derived free radicals such as
    superoxide free radicals:

  •       Hydroxyl radicals

  •       Hydrogen peroxide

  •       Hypochlorite free radicals

  •       Various lipid peroxides

  •       Nitric oxide

    They may be formed by:

  •       exposure to sun’s rays (UV A, UV B & UV C)

  •       exposure to radiation (TV, PC, cellphones, microwave, x-rays)

  •       exposure to toxic chemicals

  •       cigarette smoke

  •       polluted air

  •       industrial

  •       household chemicals

  •       various metabolic processes


5.       Are there any untoward side effects?

    “No reported side effects or interactions are known with oral administration of glutathione has been reported so far even in
    prolonged use.

    SKIN WHITENING is the better side effect /secondary effect of GSH in double increased dose.”

6.       Is Glutathione safe in the liver?

    Yes.
    “The levels of glutathione in the liver is critically linked to the liver’s ability to detoxify. The higher the glutathione
    content, the greater the liver’s capacity to detoxify harmful chemicals.  Typically, when we are exposed to
    chemicals to which can damage the liver including alcohol, the concentration of glutathione in the liver is
    substantially reduced.  This reduction makes the liver susceptible to damage.”

                                                              -  Dr. Murray 7/30/2003

7.     Can pregnant women take Lucida-DS?

    Yes.  According to Glutathione Report Issue 3, April, 2004, pregnant women should be taking antioxidants such
    as Glutathione.

    “The Role of Glutathione in the development of the fetus and placenta is crucial. Glutathione (GSH) can control
    cell differentiation, proliferation and apoptosis – essential functions in the developing embryo.  Glutathione plays
    an important role in the development of organs (organogenesis) and the embryo (embryogenesis).”


8.    Are all Glutathione preparations in the market safe?

    Not all Glutathione preparations are safe....BEWARE!

    A.         Types of Glutathione Preparations to AVOID:


    BFAD unregistered.  Look for the FR # (food registration number) on the label, this gives you the assurance that it
    is safe for intake or call BFAD Hotline Food Division.


    B.         Glutathione preparations to avoid in combinations (as other ingredients) with the following:


    Tyrostat (L Tyrosine) and Silicon Dioxide:
    Their oral format are still highly questionable by clinicians. This is used only
    for topical consumption and not to be taken orally. There were reports that even their hair turned white and feeling
    of pain and firming of the breasts.



    Goat / Sheep Placenta Extract:
    Same with the Tyrostat (L Tyrosine), it is not recommended to be taken orally. The to be taken orally. The
    usual complaints of users are that they get pimples and they get fat.



    Vit. A and Vit E:
    There's nothing wrong with these vitamins but take note that skin whitening pills will take you months and
    months of daily dose regimen. These vitamins may cause hypervitaminosis (toxic to our body in prolonged use).

    These forms of vitamins are  fat-soluble vitamins (such as Vit A,D,E,& K). Fat-Soluble Vitamins are metabolized
    and hydrolyzed in the liver.  In prolonged use,  fat soluble vitamins can be very detrimental to ones health since
    excess of these preparations will not just simply be excreted and will just be stored in the liver making the liver
    work harder.

    That is why doctors advise their patient to rest their liver after at least a month of taking fat-soluble vitamins.

    Water-soluble vitamins such as Vitamin C & B- complex, when not used by the body will just be excreted via
    urine, bile or feces.

    Vitamin A - 10,000 IU is the maximum RDA.
                      Higher dose may cause hair loss, vomiting, headache,
                      bone damage, double vision and liver damage.
    Vitamin E-   RDA for adult 10mg/ day

    Zinc Aspartate:
    Zinc Aspartate is an anabolic mineral formula when used properly, increases anabolic hormone
    (testosterone) levels, muscle strength and endurance in athletes.
    RDA maximum is 20mg/day.

    There are claims that aspartate is a special type of mineral transporter for cations, such as
    magnesium, into cells. Magnesium aspartate has not been found to be more biologically effective
    when compared with other magnesium salts.

    So before buying glutathione preparations in the market today, look into its other combinations,
    ingredients or components (usually hidden in small letters as other ingredients) and think of your
    safety.


    C.         Beware of adulterated and underdosed preparations, Glutathione are frequently imitated
               and sold at a very cheap price.



    One way to check is by asking them BFAD Certificate of Product Registration / Food Registration (CPR / FR) , Certificate of
    Analysis (Assay) with corresponding lot # certified by BFAD accredited laboratories telling you the correct content in
    milligrams.

    If the Glutathione is manufactured locally, be sure that manufacturer is legitimate. If imported, be sure
    that  importer is legitimate- company must have BFAD LTO as Importer, Free Sale / Import Certificate,
    US Assay Certificate & USFDA if made in U.S.A
Classification of Antioxidants