What is it?
HepatoPro contains
Polyenylphosphatidylcholine [Unsaturated phosphatidylcholine from highly
purified soy bean (Glycine max) extract].
Other ingredients: gelatin, glycerin, safflower oil, ethanol, purified
water, sunflower glycerides.
Contains soybeans.
According to the manufacturer:
"The liver is a large glandular organ, whose functions include
decomposition of red blood cells, plasma protein synthesis, hormone
production, secretion of bile, and conversion of sugars into glycogen,
which it stores. The liver is also responsible for processing many
vitamins and nutrients into a form that can be utilized by the body, as
well as detoxification of various substances. Modern living involves
daily exposure to substances that are toxic to our bodies, which imposes
a heavy load on the liver. Therefore, a healthy liver is critical to
well-being. Certain lifestyle risks and medical conditions make it all
the more important to ensure that the liver is being maintained at its
functional best.
Endogenous phospholipid is an integral part of all cell membranes and
essential for their structural and functional integrity. The chemical
structure of an extract from soybeans called PPC
(poly-enylphosphatidylcholine) corresponds to that of endogenous
phospholipid and integrates in the cell membrane, becoming the cell's
constitutive element. PPC possesses functional superiority because of
its content of unsaturated fatty acids. PPC has antioxidant,
cytoprotective, and fluid-regulating effects and has been shown to
enhance cell membrane function throughout the body.
It is believed that PPC's beneficial effect is based on its ability to
be incorporated into liver cell membranes to help restore its structure
and the functioning of corresponding enzymes. This results in an
increase in membrane fluidity and transport activity across the
membrane.
PPC also has strong antioxidant properties, which means it may reduce
oxidative stress (cellular changes that generate free radicals), may
help protect the liver by modulating its immune response and may help
ameliorate the effects of blood supply restriction or reperfusion.
PPC is also incorporated into blood lipoproteins, helping to extend its benefits beyond the liver to promote arterial health.
Mounting evidence suggests that PPC supplementation beneficially
supports the critical process of reverse cholesterol transport. This
process is a well-documented function of high-density lipoprotein (HDL)
that involves the transport of cholesterol from the arterial walls to
the liver for processing.
Research also supports PPC's critical role in helping to reduce LDL
oxidation. In fact, a growing body of research shows that PPC can help
maintain healthy lipoprotein profiles in those already within normal
range."
Cautions
HepatoPro contains PPC
(polyenylphosphatidylcholine). Each 900-mg PPC softgel is well-absorbed
when taken orally and has no known contraindications, side effects, or
drug interactions.
Suggested Use
Take one softgel two to three times daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
