Optimized Quercetin
by Life Extension
WHAT IS IT?
Each vegetarian capsule of Optimized Quercetin contains:
| Vitamin C (from Camu Camu berry extract) | 30 mg |
Optimized Quercetin Food Blend (supplying 250 mg quercetin)
Quercetin dihydrate, onion (Allium cepa L.) extract (bulb) (providing polyphenols, free quercetin, quercetin glycosylated derivatives), apple (Pyrus malus) polyphenol extract (fruit), buckwheat (Fagopyrum esculentum) powder (sprout) | 500 mg |
Camu Camu (Myrciaria dubia) extract (wildcrafted berry)
Other ingredients: vegetable cellulose (capsule), silica, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, maltodextrin. | 150 mg |
Also contains corn.
WHAT DOES IT DO?
According to the manufacturer:
Reprinted with permission of Life Extension.
"Quercetin is a bioflavonoid that supports cellular health and function. In human cell culture studies, it has been shown to block the manufacture and release of inflammation-causing substances,108,109 which can help support a healthy immune response to the seasonally changing environment. It also helps promote a healthy cardiovascular system by preserving endothelial integrity110 and supporting healthy blood glucose levels for those already within normal range.111 Optimized Quercetin is a proprietary formulation that sets the gold standard for high-quality quercetin derived from a food-source blend."
CAUTIONS
Use caution if pregnant or nursing.
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Disclaimer.
DOSE
Take one capsule once or twice daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner. Quercetin absorption is enhanced by bromelain.
NHC sells 60 capsule bottles of Optimized Quercetin for
$13.50. The suggested retail price is $18.00. The manufacturer prohibits further discount of this product.
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