Description

b-VITAL®

Description:

b-VITAL® is an all natural, patented formula, clinically demonstrated to augment testosterone levels in men.* Testosterone plays a critical role in men’s health, including cardiovascular health.* Unfortunately, testosterone levels decline with age. b-Vital® provides Peruvian Maca, used for centuries to restore balance and increase energy, combined with Velvet Deer Antler, harvested live from American Elk. The many traditional uses of these adaptogenic compounds are due to their rich and diverse nutrient, chemical and phytochemical compositions.

Ingredients:

Dosages and Warnings:

Not recommended for pregnant or lactating women, women with a history of breast cancer or other hormone related cancers. Not recommended in men with elevated PSA levels, with a history of prostate cancer, or in those testing for anabolic aids. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Key Nutrients

Maca Root
Lepidium meyenii, commonly known as maca root, has been used for centuries in the Andes to enhance fertility in humans and animals and improve sexual function in healthy populations.1,2
Animal experiments suggest that maca has spermatogenic and fertility-enhancing activities, perhaps because of its phytosterol or phytoestrogen content.3  Other in vivo animal studies have
shown maca root to invigorate spermatogenesis in male rats and enhance sexual function as evidenced by an increase in the number of sperm-positive females.4  The study also revealed a
first-time aphrodisiac activity of L. meyenni.5  Clinical trials have also suggested that maca increases sperm count and mobility, as well as improves sexual function in humans.6,7

In one systemic review, the aim was to assess the clinical evidence for or against the effectiveness of the maca plant to support healthy sexual function. Seventeen databases were searched, and four randomized clinical trials met the inclusion criteria. Two of the studies suggested a significant positive effect of maca on sexual function or sexual desire in healthy menopausal women or healthy adult men. One study assessed the effects of maca in patients with erectile dysfunction and showed significant effects, while a separate study showed no effects on healthy cyclists.8

Velvet Deer Antler

Deer antler has been used in traditional Chinese therapies to improve physical strength, reduce fatigue, improve symptoms of aging and support overall health. One study found the
effectiveness of deer antler to improve fatigue in mice may be caused by alterations in the expression of genes related to skeletal muscle strength.9  Scientists have shown that the protein extract from sika deer antler base may increase mice swimming time.10,11 The mechanism behind this benefit appears to be the activation of lactate dehydrogenase activities, which reduce blood lactic acid levels and serum urea nitrogen. However, the anti-fatigue pathways of deer antler remain unclear. One study examined the anti-fatigue effects of Formosan sambar deer tip antler extract (FSDTAE) during a forced-swimming test and evaluated the mechanisms by microarray.12  The results showed that mice administered FSDTAE for 28 days had longer exhaustion times. However, the indicators of fatigue – a reduction in glucose levels and an increase in blood urea nitrogen and lactic acid levels – were not significantly inhibited by FSDTAE. A further microarray analysis showed that the genes in 9 different signaling pathways were affected, with the most enriched category being the muscular system. The most upregulated genes were responsible for the development and contraction of muscle. The scientists concluded that the mechanism behind the anti-fatigue and muscle strength enhancement effects in mice could be the upregulation of the genes responsible for muscle contraction.

Testosterone and Cardiovascular Health

The medical literature indicates important roles for testosterone in cardiovascular health. The following are examples of research linking testosterone to health in aging men.

• Imbalanced serum lipids:  Testosterone levels decline in men as they age.13 The age-related decline in testosterone correlated with increased serum triglycerides, increased LDL and decreased HDL in middle aged men.13,14 There was also increased apolipoprotein A1.15

• Risk of cardiovascular disease:  Low plasma testosterone may be a risk factor for coronary artery disease.16

• Risk of stroke: Total and free testosterone were inversely associated with stroke severity and mortality.17

• Role in blood clotting:  Testosterone supports the fibrinolytic system and antithrombin activity.18

• Risk of diabetes:  Low testosterone and sex-hormone binding protein were found to be risk factors for diabetes in elderly men.16

• Elevated fasting blood glucose, insulin levels and abdominal obesity:  Compared to men with normal plasma total testosterone, men with low testosterone had a higher body mass index, waist/hip ratio, fasting 2-hour plasma glucose, and fasting 2-hour plasma insulin levels.15

A preliminary study of men, ages 45-55, found that supplementation with b-VITAL® from Biotics Research for 30 days increased salivary free testosterone in 100% of subjects.

FDA Disclaimer†*: None of these statements have been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases.

Notes: You should consult a licensed health care professional before starting any supplement, dietary, or exercise program, especially if you are pregnant or have any pre-existing injuries or medical conditions.