Nutritional research studies are published everyday, and the PRO Sports Club medical team has been taking notes. As a result, we've completely updated the 20/20 Lifestyles supplements to reflect the latest scientific evidence on what's best for your health. Here's a summary on what's new:
20/20 Multivitamin & Mineral Formula
Now Available With and Without Iron: Iron is one of the most common mineral deficiencies in the U.S. Pre-menopausal women often have marginal iron deficiency, which results in fatigue. At the same time, excessive iron is harmful, and some studies suggest its damaging effects on cells can exacerbate diabetes and heart disease. Iron-free multivitamins are generally indicated for men and post-menopausal women.
Improved Nutrient Potencies: We've increased the doses of some key nutrients to better protect your health. The new formula contains twice the amount of vitamin D, currently the "hottest" vitamin in literature. Vitamin D supports the immune system and, like calcium, is essential in maintaining bone health. While the body can actually produce vitamin D after skin exposure to UV rays, cloud cover in northern latitudes inhibits this process. Therefore, supplementing with vitamin D is especially important for Seattleites. We have also doubled the dose of magnesium in the improved 20/20 multiple. Magnesium is a mineral involved in over 300 chemical reactions in the body, including energy production. Another nutrient that has been significantly ramped up is vitamin B-12. The new formulation reflects the higher levels of B-12 shown to support heart and brain health. On a different note, it's possible to get too much of a good thing. Although slightly controversial, the latest research links high supplemental levels of vitamin E (over 400 IU) with increased mortality risk. Our new formulation provides 200 IU of vitamin E daily, a dose that's well supported by literature.
The Ultimate Antioxidant Boost: We're excited to introduce a new ingredient in our multiple: alpha-lipoic acid. Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is a vitamin-like compound that is produced in small amounts in the body. As a powerful antioxidant, it helps safeguard cells from everyday stresses (free radicals). Often referred to as the "ultimate antioxidant", its unique ability to be soluble in both fat and water enables it to protect more cells in the body, including the brain. ALA is several times more powerful than standard antioxidants, such as vitamins C and E. In addition, it even recycles the body's use of C, E, and coenzyme Q10. Another perk: alpha-lipoic acid helps support healthy blood sugar metabolism.
20/20 Fish Oil
More Concentrated, Less Pills: Our new fish oil supplements contain nearly twice the amount of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA). Just two fish oil pills a day provides the same health benefits as four pills of our previous omega-3 supplement. As a side note, 20/20 fish oil supplements are molecularly distilled for purity and contain no detectable levels of heavy metals or other toxins often found in seafood.
20/20 Calcium
Now Available in a Chewable Tablet: Tired of swallowing pills? Try our new chewable calcium tablet. They're all-natural and available in a delicious orange-vanilla flavor. There's only two calories per chew. Both the calcium pill and chewable tablet contain vitamin D, which is necessary for calcium absorption.
Our supplements are formulated to promote optimal health for all adults, not just those who are participating in 20/20 Lifestyles. And remember: supplements are designed to help supplement a healthy diet – not replace one.