The safe and effective care of you and/or your child is a priority for us, as we know it is for you. The following questions are ones that you may want addressed in selecting a health promotion program for you and/or your child:
- What specifically are you recommending for my child and/or I?
- How does this program, or supplement work and what are the ingredients in this product?
- Is the program proven safe? Are there any side effects?
- What results should I expect and when?
- How long should myself or my child take this supplement or participate in this program?
- What other supportive measures can I participate in to improve the health of myself or my child?
1. What specifically are you recommending for my child and or I?
We are happy to introduce you to a nutritional approach to the care of your over-active child and/or adult known as BioFocus™. Certified nutrition professionals and doctors specializing in nutritional care of over-active children have designed this program. It is intended to address the deficiencies and improve the nutritional status of your over-active child and/or adult. BioFocus™ consists of a delicious “nutrition shake”, a healthy diet, and daily exercise.
BioFocus™ shake
A delicious nutrition shake taken daily at breakfast. It contains nutritionally balanced amounts of protein, carbohydrates, and essential fats with effective quantities of critical nutrients intended to begin the day with a healthy approach.
Proper dietary habits and exercise: The symptoms that over-active children and adults experience are sometimes activated by a diet that is over-dependent on simple sugars, chemical additives, and processed foods. Providing the over-active child/adult a fresh, non-processed diet that is rich in nutrient density and low in simple sugars is a vital component in the BioFocus™ program. A daily exercise program suited to you or your child’s ability is suggested as well. As an adult or a parent, you can judge the appropriate level and intensity of exercise for you and/or your child in conjunction with your health care provider and adjust amounts accordingly.
2. How does this program, or supplement work and what are the ingredients in this product?
BioFocus™ program works by improving the nutritional status of you or your over-active child. The following nutrients are critical to the success of the program:
Tyrosine: In a healthy body, tyrosine is converted into chemicals that support normal brain, thyroid, and adrenal function. The brain neurotransmitter dopamine (dopamine receptors are targeted by commonly used hyperactivity drugs) is derived from tyrosine. The nutrient co-factors magnesium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C help the body create dopamine from tyrosine.
L-Glutamine: This amino acid supports healthy gut and immune function and serves as the base for the formation of GABA. GABA (Gamma Amino Butyric Acid) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter and is one of the most calming chemicals in the brain.
L-Phenylalanine (LPA): This essential amino acid is better absorbed than and a precursor to tyrosine. It works specifically with brain neurotransmitters and is involved in brain chemistry, mood and pain regulation, and growth.
American Ginseng: This herb has a long history of improving individual stress tolerance and adrenal function. Stress creates chemical changes in the body that promote over-activity and, in extreme situations, can reduce oxygen delivery to the brain.
Gingko biloba: This herb is known to improve circulation and therefore improve cognitive function. Although Gingko biloba has historically been utilized with older aged individuals, current research finds it effective for children diagnosed with attention problems and/or over-activity.
Phosphatidyl Serine: This substance can help in optimizing brain function by enhancing the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and promotes the production of calming alpha brain waves.
DMG: Dimethylglycine (DMG) promotes proper oxygenation of the brain. It is also utilized in methylation reactions critical to proper brain and nervous system function.
Biopterin: The rare vitamin biopterin serves as the co-factor to the tyrosine hydroxylase enzyme, as well as other enzymes involved in catecholamine biosynthesis. The amino acid tyrosine is the precursor to the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine. Biopterin aids in the chemical conversion of tyrosine to norepinephrine.
Grape Seed and Pine Bark Extracts: These plant extracts contain potent antioxidants called proanthocyanidans, which can aid in protecting the brain from damage due to oxidative stress.
5-Hydroxytryptophan: 5-HTP serves as a precursor to the critically important amino acid L-Tryptophan. L-Tryptophan has calming effects and enhances the production of the calming neurotransmitter, serotonin.
Sodium Sulfate: Sulfate is utilized in the liver to deactivate toxic compounds. Toxins either ingested or created within the body can impair brain function.
Inositol: High levels of inositol are found within the brain and central nervous system and it plays a critical role in maintaining the structural integrity of cell membranes. Inositol is also converted into phosphatidylinositol, which is involved in the intracellular messaging system and the proper release of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and norepinephrine.
Vitamin B6: Vitamin B6 serves as a co-factor in the formation of brain chemicals and supports adrenal gland function. This can help the child and/or adult remain calm during stressful situations. BioFocus™ predominantly uses the activated, most bioavailable and phosphorylated form of vitamin B6 known as P-5-P (pyridoxal-5-phosphate).
Vitamin B12: People with low levels of this important vitamin often experience neurological symptoms. In addition, vitamin B12 deficiency causes a type of anemia that impairs the ability of red blood cells to deliver oxygen to the brain.
Vitamin C: This vitamin has long been known to enhance immune function. Along with this wonderful benefit, vitamin C helps the body manage stress by assisting in the formation of calming brain neurotransmitters and supporting adrenal function.
Zinc: Zinc improves immune function and assists in the formation of calming brain neurotransmitters.
Calcium: Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the body. It helps maintain acid base balance within the body and can help to improve the efficiency of the body’s many enzyme reactions.
Folic Acid: Folic acid, along with magnesium, vitamin B6 and vitamin B12, work together to protect the health and function of the central nervous system and heart.
Magnesium: Magnesium is involved in approximately 80% of the chemical reactions that occur in the body. Magnesium is a calming mineral and assists in the formation of brain chemicals that can relax a child and or adult and improve his or her concentration capacity. Magnesium deficiency is common in the American processed food-laden diet. The nutrients discussed above, are contained in a base powder, which also serves as a full- spectrum multivitamin. You and or your child will love this delicious shake, which is also designed to comprehensively enhance his or her nutrition. A blend of natural flavorings, protein, simple and complex carbohydrates and essential fats provide a great source of nutrition without negative effects on blood sugar. You and or your child will look forward to their tasty daily BioFocus™ shake.
Note: The rice protein in BioFocus™ is lactose and casein-free and should not cause any difficulty in individuals with these intolerances.
3) Is the program proven safe? Are there any side effects?
All of the nutrients included in BioFocus™ and BioFocus™ were chosen for their effectiveness and safety. Research has been done to present to you the highest level of safe treatment for you and your child.
However, it is always advisable when starting any new supplement program to start out at a low dosage (possibly 25% of the recommended dosage) and gradually increase to the recommended dosage in 7-10 days. Great care has been taken to balance nutrient ratios, such as the P5P (vitamin B6) and 5-HTP levels, in order to account for their synergistic actions and to avoid potential side effects.
4) What results should I expect and when?
You may notice a fairly rapid balance in you and or your child’s energy levels. Some people respond in several days with the improved nutritional supplementation of BioFocus™ and others may take a little longer. Marked improvements are generally seen in 2-4 weeks and continuation of the program with improved diet and exercise will lead to positive healthy results.
5) How long should myself or my child take these supplements or participate in this program?
BioFocus™ is specially formulated to correct the nutrient deficiencies commonly associated with over-activity or impaired concentration in you and or your child may require less of the product. As you see improvement in you and/or your child, you can reduce the dosage of the product at any time without worry of withdrawal. You may also continue to provide it at the suggested dosage as a healthy meal replacement and multi-vitamin supplement.
6) What other supportive measures can I participate in to improve the health of myself or my child?
The BioFocus™ program is not a substitute for good comprehensive health care. Children/adults that are over-active or have difficulty concentrating may have problems with blood sugar, food or airborne allergies, toxic metals like lead or mercury, problems with yeast, fungus, or parasites, or even thyroid dysfunction. There is no substitute for a physician who knows how to screen for and correct these problems.
In general, a diet that is low in refined sugars and includes increased amounts of fruits, vegetables, lean meats, and pure water is recommended. Proper rest and healthy levels of exercise can also provide a tremendous health benefit to you and or your child. See handout for diet recommendations.
Contraindications: A history of previous sensitivity to any of the product’s ingredients. Any condition for which any of the ingredients in this product are adverse or contraindicated. Any disease state managed by pharmacotherapy for which alterations of serum drug levels secondary to changes in hepatic metabolism could be life threatening.
Caution: Excessive vitamin A intake may be toxic. Excess vitamin A intake may increase the risk of birth defects. Pregnant women and women who may become pregnant should not exceed 5,000 IU total per day of pre-formed vitamin A. BioFocus™ has not been tested in pregnancy or in breastfeeding women, and, therefore, cannot be recommended for use with these individuals.
Rice Base
Nutritional Information:
BioFocus™Diet:
The diet you choose for you and or your child should be limited in simple carbohydrates (sugars) and high in adequate quality protein, healthy fat, fruits and vegetables with an emphasis on fresh, non-processed/non-additive foods. The following are recommendations for foods that are encouraged and discouraged to promote proper energy balance.
Safe foods:
Encouraged. Eat these foods regularly.
- Low Fat Meat, Fish, Poultry, Chicken, turkey, lamb, salmon, cod, halibut, mackerel, trout, tuna (fresh or water packed) orange roughy, and other cold water fish. Consume hormone-free, organic meats when possible.
- Legumes
- All beans (including soy/tempeh), peas and lentils
- Eggs
- Egg Replacer (potato starch), arrowroot starch, and tapioca
- Dairy
- Rice milk (calcium fortified), Soy milk (calcium fortified), goat’s milk, and almond or cashew milk
- Grain
- Rice, quinoa, amaranth, buckwheat, teff, millet
- Vegetables
- All vegetables – fresh, steamed, or frozen
- All fresh vegetable juices
- Consume organic vegetables (when possible).
- Fruit
- Fresh, frozen, fresh juiced, water packed in own juice (unsweetened)
- Consume organic fruits (when possible).
- Fluids
- Filtered or fresh pure water, herbal teas, fresh juices
- Fats
- Organic cold processed oils such as: olive, canola, flax, walnut, pumpkin, sesame, and fish oils
- Nuts/Seeds
- Filberts, cashews, brazils, walnuts, pecans, pumpkin, sesame, sunflower, and undyed pistachios Nut/seed butters made from above nuts/seeds
- Sweeteners
- Stevia, brown rice syrup, fruit sweeteners
- Other Soy products
Questionable foods (possible allergic/intolerant foods):
Discouraged. Avoid regular consumption and excessive amounts of these foods.
- Beef, processed meats (bacon, ham, bologna, sausage, salami, canned and luncheon meats, hot dogs)
- Eggs, mayonnaise, Egg Substitute (egg white)
- All dairy products (cow’s milk, cow’s milk cheeses, yogurt, ice cream, cream, non-dairy creamers, cottage cheese)
- All gluten grains (wheat, rye, oats, barley, spelt, kamut)
- White flour and refined flour
- All corn products (popcorn, corn flour, corn, corn chips, corn meal, corn syrup, etc.)
- Excessive citrus fruits (lemon, lime, orange, tangerine), fruit drinks, ades, and cocktails
- Coffee, black/green tea, cocoa, postum, alcohol, soda pop, citrus drinks, sweetened beverages, milk, and apple cider vinegar
- Margarine, shortening, butter, refined oils, salad dressing, and spreads
- Peanuts, peanut butter, and red (dyed) pistachios
- White sugar, brown sugar, turbinado sugar, honey, molasses, maple syrup, and fructose
NOTE: If you or your child does not respond adequately to the encouraged /discouraged food lists above, you may want to talk to your/their doctor about incorporating the avoidance of salicylates into the diet. This includes many fruits, berries, and some vegetables and other foods. Soy and citrus exclusion may also result in an additional level of benefit for the individuals with these allergies. Speak to your doctor for more details about food allergies.
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