Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How are AmeriSciences' products different from the ones that I buy at the drugstore or health food store?
A: Formulating a truly effective nutritional supplement is not a matter of simply placing high doses of vitamins and minerals into every product. You won’t find individual ingredients (such as vitamin A or C) or a range of strengths in the AmeriSciences® product line either. Each product is targeted to address a specific health issue (such as weight loss, cardio-vascular health, or eye health) and contains the optimal dosage of ingredients to address that issue based on the latest available science. The interplay of quality ingredients in combinations based on the latest scientific research is the only way to ensure that your body will retain a product’s nutrients and utilize them in a manner that optimizes their potential benefits.
Q: Can I take more than one product?
A: YES! AmeriSciences formulations have been developed as a family of system-specific products and may be taken together in a variety of combinations as a comprehensive nutritional system customized to your unique situation. The risk of over-dosage is very unlikely and has never been reported. However, consulting with your physician is always recommended before adding a new product to your daily regimen.
Q: When will I start to feel the positive effects?
A: The answer to this question varies greatly from product to product and from patient to patient as everyone’s nutritional status and body composition is unique. While certain products are intended to offer a relatively immediate effect (e.g. Head Start, Sleep, Slim, Energy), others may take a few days or a few weeks to provide noticeable results. Still other products, such as those featuring antioxidant properties, may produce long-term benefits that you might never “feel”.
Q: How does the price compare with products I can buy elsewhere?
A: The old adage “you get what you pay for” often proves true when it comes to the purchase of nutritional supplements. Cheap or heavily discounted products that are widely available “off the shelf” or over the internet are usually inexpensive due to their low, food-grade quality that supplies your body with minimal nutrients and, therefore, minimal results. These products are not required to undergo any quality control measures, which makes it impossible to know what you are getting. All AmeriSciences products are manufactured and tested to standards higher than over 99% of the products available today. While there are less expensive products on the market, none compare to AmeriSciences in terms of quality, safety and efficacy. This makes AmeriSciences the best value for your money.
Q: What doesthe "best by" date mean on the product packaging?
A: It is the date that AmeriSciences guarantees theabsolute effectiveness and claims of the product. It is not an expiration date.In general, the products do not really "expire" but are the mosteffective to the "best by" date and are generally considered"effective" up until 2.5 years after the "best buy date". Taking the products after 2-3 years after the "best by" date isin no way harmful, but AmeriSciences can not guarantee full effectiveness ofthe product after this time and product effectiveness will also depend on howthe product is stored (e.g. high/low levels of heat/cold, humidity, etc.). In general, it is best to take the product as directed on the productpackaging and most products are formulated in monthly supplies, therefore,products should be consumed as soon as possible to reap the full benefits. Ifyou do not take the products and let them sit on a shelf, they will be of nobenefit to you!
Q: I likethese products, how can I get more?
A: AmeriSciences nutritional supplements are not soldin retail stores. The products mayonly be purchased online or via an authorized AmeriSciences distributorrepresentative over the telephone. To order online, go to www.BeautifulandWell.comand place your order online via the online store. If you don’t have online access, you may call 646-415-8524to speak with someone about placing your order over the telephone.
Q: I've heard that taking beta-carotene is a risk to smokers. Is TOZAL specially formulated to be safe for a smoker?
A: TOZAL was formulated to address the risk of lung cancer among smokers receiving supplemental beta-carotene by focusing on beta-carotene derived from whole foods (which have not been associated with an increased risk of lung cancer). The TOZAL supplement contained 18,640 IU of natural beta-carotene and 10,000 IU of vitamin A.
Q: Vitamin A can be toxic at high doses. Is the level of Vitamin A in TOZAL safe?
A: Although high doses of Vitamin A can potentially be toxic with prolonged intake, TOZAL's 10,000 IU have been found to be safe even with extended intake. TOZAL was formulated with a combination of beta-carotene and true Vitamin A for several reasons. As a person ages, they reduce their ability to convert beta-carotene into Vitamin A so TOZAL was formulated with this in mind. Also, Lutein reduces the absorption of beta-carotene, therefore a supplement that includes Lutein benefits by having Vitamin A to compensate for the negative impact on beta-carotene absorption. As with all products formulated by AmeriSciences, safety is always the first consideration.
A: A recent analysis has questioned the safety of high doses of Vitamin E. Due to the concerns of people regarding Vitamin E, the level of Vitamin E in TOZAL was reduced from the original AREDS formula of 400 IU to 200 IU.
Q: Are there any side effects of taking TOZAL?
A: The most common adverse event was gastro intestinal upset, usually in subjects who had not followed the prescribed procedure of taking the supplement concurrent with food intake. After adjusting their treatment schedule to always administering the nutritional supplement with food, the majority of these issues were resolved. Overall, the researchers conclude that there does not appear to be any significant adverse events related to the nutritional supplement. To avoid urinary tract problems and anemia that were encountered in the AREDS study, the dosage of zinc was reduced from 80mg to 69.6mg. No urinary tract adverse events or anemia were reported during the TOZAL trial.
Omega Max Questions
Q: How is Omega Max different from what is available on the store shelves?
A: One of the main differences is that the store omega-3 products are largely not pharmaceutical grade and there are very little tests on the quality of the product. With concerns about mercury and other dangerous toxins, it is advisable to avoid low quality fish oil products and certainly not take them in large quantities. Another difference is that the store fish oil products tend to have very low concentrations of the actual omega-3 active ingredients (EPA - eicosapentaenoic acid & DHA - docosahexaenoic acid). It would take a much larger quantity of gelcaps to equal the levels found in one serving of AmeriSciences Omega Max.
Q: Are there other quality issues with the fish oils on the store shelves?
A: Yes. A recent review of over-the-counter fish oil nutritional supplements found a surprising number of products included rancid fish oil. You would not know by taking the gelcaps as they dissolve in your stomach, but rancid fish oil has obvious health concerns as well as not providing effective doses of the active ingredients.