Nutri All ™ Powder

• 27 vitamins, minerals, and bioflavonoids

• Iron-, dairy-, and PABA-free formula

• Naturally sweetened; delicious orange flavor

• With rice protein

Facts About Nutri All™ Powder

As research continues to reveal the nutritional shortcomings of the typical American diet, the role of multi vitamin/mineral supplements in daily nutrition becomes increasingly significant. While physicians and nutritionists still agree that nothing can replace the quality of nutrition derived from a healthy, well-balanced diet, more and more of them are recommending that their patients include a comprehensive multi vitamin/mineral supplement in their daily diets.

Powdered multi vitamin/mineral supplements can be an effective, convenient alternative to bulky tablets and capsules, especially for children or those who have difficulty swallowing pills. Nature’s Life Nutri-All powder provides 27 essential nutrients in a pleasant tasting, convenient powder that mixes easily with juice or water.

Nature’s Life Nutri-All powder is now iron-free. Although iron is an essential mineral, high levels of this nutrient has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease and certain cancers, even in otherwise healthy adults.*1,2 The effects of iron toxicity are long-term, and can be potentially serious. Iron-free mineral supplements are therefore highly recommended for most adult men and post-menopausal women.

Vitamins & Their Benefits

Vitamins and minerals are classified as micronutrients, since they are required by the body in relatively small amounts as compared to the macronutrients- carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Following is a description of vitamins, minerals, and their respective benefits.

Vitamin A enhances immunity, imparts powerful antioxidant protection, and is necessary for new cell growth.* Vitamin A is vital for healthy skin and eyes.* Carotenoids (such as beta carotene) are converted to vitamin A, but their primary benefits are due to their powerful antioxidant protection.*

The B vitamins feed and regulate virtually all cells in the body.* Thiamine (B-1) promotes normal nervous system function, growth, and supports digestion.* Riboflavin (B-2) is essential for growth and eye health.* Niacin (B-3) plays an important role in energy production and brain function.* Pantothenic acid (B-5) enhances nutrient metabolism.* Pyridoxine (B-6) supports immunity, as well as brain activity and growth.* Cyanocobalamin (B-12) helps the formation of red blood cells and is essential for proper functioning of the nervous system.* Folic acid helps the body produce DNA, RNA, and red and white blood cells.* Biotin aids fat and protein metabolism.* Choline aids the brain and central nervous system. It also helps support gallbladder, kidney, and liver function.*3,4 Inositol is a primary component of cell membranes that also supports fat metabolism and liver function.*5

Vitamin C is an extremely powerful antioxidant required for tissue growth and repair. It protects against the harmful effects of oxidative damage, and enhances immune function.* Vitamin C is also important for the body’s production of collagen.*

Vitamin E is the primary, multi-purpose antioxidant vitamin used by the body for protection against free radicals and oxidative damage. It helps maintain healthy nerves and muscles, and promotes healthy skin and hair.*

Essential Minerals & Their Benefits

Calcium is vital for strong bones and teeth. It helps maintain regular heart rhythm and is needed for muscular growth.* Boron supports mineral metabolism and works with calcium, manganese and vitamin D to prevent calcium loss.* Copper aids in the formation of bone, hemoglobin and red blood cells. It is involved in the healing process, energy production, and is needed for healthy nerves and joints.*

Chromium is needed for normal regulation of blood sugar.* Magnesium promotes healthy bone formation, muscle contraction and energy production.* Iodine is essential in trace amounts for the production of thyroid hormones, which regulate metabolism.*

Manganese is involved in forming connective tissue, developing normal bone structure, and digesting/utilizing food.* Molybdenum aids in carbohydrate and fat metabolism and is a component of the enzyme responsible for iron utilization.* Potassium is important for a healthy nervous system and a regular heart rhythm.*

Silicon is a common, although a non-essential mineral, that forms part of the healthy bone matrix. Selenium activates the vital antioxidant enzyme, glutathione peroxidase, which is one of the body’s primary defenses against oxidative damage.* Zinc assists in muscle development and wound healing. It is also needed for proper taste and hearing.*

Other Ingredients

Bioflavonoids are a large and diverse class of water soluble phytonutrients that impart antioxidant activity. Early research found that an unrefined lemon juice extract containing both vitamin C and flavonoids was more effective in treating scurvy in animals than the purified form of ascorbic acid.*6 Bioflavonoids, particularly citrus bioflavonoids, enhance the absorption of vitamin C.*7 In plants, vitamin C and bioflavonoids are almost always found together. Nature’s Life bioflavonoid complex concentrate contains 50% active bioflavonoids. Choline and inositol are natural lipotrops that help the liver metabolize fats.

1. de Valk B, Marx MMJ. Iron, atherosclerosis, and ischemic heart disease. Arch Intern Med 1999;159:1542-8.

2. Stevens RG, Graubard BI, Micozzi MS, et al. Moderate elevation of body iron level and increased risk of cancer occurrence and death. Int J Cancer 1994;56:364-9.

3. Zeisel SH. Choline deficiency. J Nutr Biochem 1990;7:332-348.

4. Ghoshal AK. New insight into the biochemical pathology of the liver in choline deficiency. Crit Rev Biochem Mol Biol 1995;30:263-273.

5. Holub BJ. The nutritional significance, metabolism, and function of myo-inositol and phosphatidylinositol in health and disease. Adv Nutr Res 1982;4:107-141.

6. Leibovitz BE. Polyphenols & bioflavonoids. Townsend Let Doc April 1994;310-316.

7. Vinson JA, Bose P. Comparative bioavailability to humans of ascorbic acid alone or in citrus extract. Am J Clin Nutr 1988;48:601-4.

Most of the statements made here regarding vitamins, minerals and their respective functions are considered "recognized" nutrient facts and reflect current scientific consensus. Specific validation and references for these statements can be found in the book, RDA: Recommended Dietary Allowances, 10th ed., by the National Research Council; ©1989, National Academy Press, 2101 Constitution Ave., NW, Washington, DC 20418.