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by Ecological Formulas

WHAT IS IT?

Squalene is an extract from shark liver oil although it is also found in plant oils, human sebum, and meats. It is an isoprenoid and is an intermediate metabolite in the body's manufacture of cholesterol. Each capsule contains 500 mg of Squalene.

WHAT DOES IT DO?

Squalene has many properties. In humans it is found concentrated in the skin where it is thought to act as an antioxidant to protect the skin from UV sun damage. It performs much the same function in the retina of the eye according to animal models.

According to the manufacturer:

"An individually resolved component of Aizame shark liver oil.
This ubiquitous compound (C30H50) is also found in human tissues and plasma."

CAUTIONS

No side-effects have been noted at normal doses. Squalene is consumed in the diet and much of the beneficial effects of olive oil may be due to Squalene.

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DOSE

Take one to three capsules daily with meals.

NHC sells 60 capsule bottles of Squalene 500 mg for $14.35. The suggested retail price is $15.95.

CR I

These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA).
The products discussed are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
 

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