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Posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 5:57:22
Yesterday, when I was in the health food store, I saw a dietary supplement called "Learning Factors" made by a company called Natural Factors. It is advertised as a "Daily Nutrient Boost Smoothie Mix" that "promotes brain, gastrointestinal and immune system health. Has anyone here tried this? If so, what do you think of it?
Posted by Larry Hoover on March 27, 2005, at 8:11:44
In reply to Learning Factors, posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 5:57:22
> Yesterday, when I was in the health food store, I saw a dietary supplement called "Learning Factors" made by a company called Natural Factors. It is advertised as a "Daily Nutrient Boost Smoothie Mix" that "promotes brain, gastrointestinal and immune system health. Has anyone here tried this? If so, what do you think of it?
What I found in a websearch was an oil blend, containing tuna oil and evening primrose. Is that what you were looking at?
No need to rely on them to mix up a specific proportion of these fatty acids. I'm sure you can manage that.
Lar
Posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 11:43:06
In reply to Re: Learning Factors » Sarah T., posted by Larry Hoover on March 27, 2005, at 8:11:44
Hi Larry. No, the product I'm referring to is a powder that is packaged in a one pound plastic jar. I did see the oil blend you mentioned on the shelf next to the powder.
Posted by Larry Hoover on March 27, 2005, at 12:34:18
In reply to Re: Learning Factors » Larry Hoover, posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 11:43:06
> Hi Larry. No, the product I'm referring to is a powder that is packaged in a one pound plastic jar. I did see the oil blend you mentioned on the shelf next to the powder.
Okay. Much different product, with the same name.
The powder is based on legume protein (from the golden pea), and it's fortified with all manner of stuff.
http://www.seacoastvitamins.com/Store/product_info.php?products_id=1036
I suppose that one could consider it to be a pretty good nutritional basis for daily intake, but it still misses a number of nutritional targets. If it's cost effective, you could cover a whole lot of ground with one simple smoothie each morning. High protein, to start you day off right. Pop a few extra supp pills alongside, and I'd say it would be a great start to anyone's day.
Lar
Posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 17:14:16
In reply to Re: Learning Factors » Sarah T., posted by Larry Hoover on March 27, 2005, at 12:34:18
> > > I suppose that one could consider it to be a pretty good nutritional basis for daily intake, but it still misses a number of nutritional targets. If it's cost effective, you could cover a whole lot of ground with one simple smoothie each morning. High protein, to start you day off right. Pop a few extra supp pills alongside, and I'd say it would be a great start to anyone's day.
> > Lar
>Hi Larry. You said "it still misses a number of nutritional targets." Can you tell me what these deficiences are? Thanks.
Posted by tealady on March 27, 2005, at 18:08:03
In reply to Re: Learning Factors » Larry Hoover, posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 17:14:16
Hi Sarah,
I wouldn't take it long term ..long more than a few months as I am cautious about VitA intake, especially in beta-carotene form long term.
Pity so many multis think they need VitA isn't it.
(maybe google on( "vitamin A" osteoporosis )Personally I don't seem to go well with zinc sulphate..its the sulphate form not the zinc.
Other than that , it's fine I guess :-)Jan
Posted by Sarah T. on March 27, 2005, at 19:35:19
In reply to Re: Learning Factors » Sarah T., posted by tealady on March 27, 2005, at 18:08:03
Hi Tealady. Can you tell me what it is about Zinc sulphate that doesn't agree with you?
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