{"id":2288393093179,"title":"BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte 60 soft caps","handle":"bioceuticals-cardionutrients-forte-60-soft-caps","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\u003cem\u003eCardiac Wellness Support\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte 60 soft caps\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte provides a blend of nutrients, including coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), alpha-lipoic acid, magnesium orotate and selenium, for comprehensive cardiovascular support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese ingredients work to support cellular energy production, antioxidant activity and healthy heart function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte Available In Sizes: 60 soft capsules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte has No Added Dairy, No Added Gluten, No Added Shellfish, No added Soy Protein, No Added yeast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte conditions associated: Energy support, Cardiocascular Health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDose: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1 capsule daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy cardiovascular function and cellular energy production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides potent antioxidant activity to protect against cellular damage, particularly of cardiac tissue, and helps regenerate other antioxidants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoQ10 inhibits LDL cholesterol oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is integral to nitric oxide synthesis in the vascular endothelial cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium supports healthy heart rhythm, vascular tone and contractility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrotic acid transports magnesium into cardiac tissue and facilitates its binding to magnesium receptor sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelenium provides antioxidant protection to cardiac tissue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width='100%\"'\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach capsule contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUbidecarenone (coenzyme Q10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium orotate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e- equiv. magnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.6mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelenomethionine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e166mcg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e- equiv. selenium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67mcg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid (R,S form)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredient Summary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredient Summary: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoQ10 is an integral component of the mitochondrial electron transport chain which produces energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of CoQ10 in myocardial tissue reduces with ageing, statin use and cardiac failure. Supplementation with CoQ10 improves myocardial and cardiac mitochondrial CoQ10 levels and improves mitochondrial efficiency.[1]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoQ10 is a potent lipophilic antioxidant which has the ability to protect membranes against oxidation and inhibit the peroxidation of plasma lipoproteins.[2] Lipid peroxidation is directly linked to poor cardiovascular health and function.[3]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium orotate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cardiovascular benefits of magnesium are widespread and include improving vascular smooth-muscle cell relaxation, supporting normal heart rhythm, increasing nitric oxide, improving endothelial dysfunction and promoting vasodilation.[3-6] A deficiency of magnesium is linked to a variety of cardiovascular issues, with circulating and dietary magnesium intake inversely related to cardiovascular risks.[7]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second active ingredient in magnesium orotate, orotic acid is involved in carrying magnesium into the heart cells and improves the energy status of myocardium, producing pronounced anti-arrhythmic, vasodilator and cardioprotective effects.[8,9]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelenium plays an integral role in the body’s antioxidant network as part of the antioxidant enzyme systems glutathione peroxidases (GSH-Px) and thioredoxin reductase.[10,11]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElderly patients with cardiovascular disease have been found to have lower selenium and GSH-Px levels than healthy age-matched controls.[12]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is a unique water- and fat-soluble antioxidant that participates in the regeneration of other antioxidants including CoQ10, glutathione, vitamin C and vitamin E. Through its antioxidant action, alpha-lipoic acid reduces oxidative stress and endothelial dysfunction; both of which are indicated in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disorder.[13]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is also involved in the mitochondrial citric acid cycle which produces energy in the form of ATP, including the heart cells.[14]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical trial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardioNutrients Forte formed part of a wellness program that was clinical trialled at The Alfred Hospital, Department of Surgery, Melbourne, and was found to be well accepted by patients with positive clinical outcomes.[15]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150mcg for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any pre-existing conditions, are on any medications, always talk to your health professional before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways read label. Use only as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCompanion Products\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Products: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals Antiox Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals Lipoec 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals Ultra Clean EPA\/DHA Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ: \u003cstrong\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How is the CoQ10 in CardioNutrients Forte manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. The CoQ10 in CardioNutrients is produced by a natural biofermentation process that uses a proprietary blend of carbohydrate and microbial substrates. Tobacco leaf is not used in the manufacture of this source of CoQ10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Where is the alpha-lipoic acid ingredient derived from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. The alpha-lipoic acid in CardioNutrients Forte is synthetically synthesised. This yields a racemic mixture (containing both R and S forms) and this is often what is used by researchers to produce results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Why is the colour of the capsule red?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. The red colour is imparted by naturally occurring iron oxide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What is the oil base used in CardioNutrients Forte?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. Rice bran oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReferences\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[1] Rosenfeldt F, Marasco S, Lyon W, et al. Coenzyme Q10 therapy before cardiac surgery improves mitochondrial function and in vitro contractility of myocardial tissue. J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg 2005;129(1):25-32.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[2] Molyneux SL, Young JM, Florkowski CM, et al. Coenzyme Q10: is there a clinical role and a case for measurement? Clin Biochem Rev 2008;29(2):71-82.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[3] Ozkanlar S, Akcay F. Antioxidant vitamins in atherosclerosis - animal experiments and clinical studies. Adv Clin Exp Med 2012;21(1):115-123.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[4] Braun L, Cohen M. Herbs and natural supplements: an evidence-based guide, 3rd ed. Sydney: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[5] Kupetsky-Rincon EA, Uitto J. Magnesium: novel applications in cardiovascular disease--a review of the literature. Ann Nutr Metab 2012;61(2):102-110.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[6] Houston M. The role of magnesium in hypertension and cardiovascular disease. J Clin Hypertens (Greenwich) 2011;13(11):843-847.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[7] Del Gobbo LC, Imamura F, Wu JH, et al. Circulating and dietary magnesium and risk of cardiovascular disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis of prospective studies. Am J Clin Nutr 2013;98(1):160-173.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[8] Classen HG. Magnesium orotate - experimental and clinical evidence. Rom J Intern Med 2004;42(3):491-501.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[9] Stepura OB, Tomaeva FE, Zvereva TV. Orotic acid as a metabolic agent. Vestn Ross Akad Med Nauk 2002;(2):39-41.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[10] Higdon J. Selenium. Micronutrient information centre, Linus Pauling Institute 2003. Viewed 3 June 2014, http:\/\/lpi.oregonstate.edu\/infocenter\/minerals\/selenium\/\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[11] Kirk D. Nutritional medicine. In: Hechtman L. Clinical Naturopathic Medicine (pp.48-102). Sydney: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[12] Leong JY, van der Merwe J, Pepe S, et al. Perioperative metabolic therapy improves redox status and outcomes in cardiac surgery patients: a randomised trial. Heart Lung Circ 2010;19(10):584-591.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[13] Hechtman L, Murphy K. The cardiovascular system. In: Hechtman L. Clinical Naturopathic Medicine (pp.936-1024). Sydney: Churchill Livingstone Elsevier, 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[14] Alpha-lipoic acid. Natural Medicines Comprehensive Database 2014. Viewed 5 June 2014, www.naturaldatabase.com\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[15] Braun L, Stanguts C, Spitzer O, et al. A wellness program for cardiac surgery improves clinical outcomes. Adv Integr Med 2014;1:32-37.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[16] Engelsen J, Nielsen JD, Hansen KF. [Effect of coenzyme Q10 and Gingko biloba on warfarin dosage in patients on long-term warfarin treatment: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled cross-over trial.] Ugeskr Laeger 2003;165(18):1868-1871.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[17] Gaby AR, Mischley LK. Coenzyme Q10. In: Pizzorno JE, Murray MT. Textbook of natural medicine, 3rd ed (pp. 859-869). 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cellular energy production, antioxidant activity and healthy heart function.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte Available In Sizes: 60 soft capsules\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte has No Added Dairy, No Added Gluten, No Added Shellfish, No added Soy Protein, No Added yeast\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte conditions associated: Energy support, Cardiocascular Health\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eDose\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDose: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Take 1 capsule daily or as directed by your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports healthy cardiovascular function and cellular energy production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides potent antioxidant activity to protect against cellular damage, particularly of cardiac tissue, and helps regenerate other antioxidants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoQ10 inhibits LDL cholesterol oxidation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is integral to nitric oxide synthesis in the vascular endothelial cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMagnesium supports healthy heart rhythm, vascular tone and contractility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrotic acid transports magnesium into cardiac tissue and facilitates its binding to magnesium receptor sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelenium provides antioxidant protection to cardiac tissue.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredients: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable width='100%\"'\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEach capsule contains:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUbidecarenone (coenzyme Q10)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium orotate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e- equiv. magnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25.6mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSelenomethionine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e166mcg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e- equiv. selenium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e67mcg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid (R,S form)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eIngredient Summary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIngredient Summary: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoQ10 is an integral component of the mitochondrial electron transport chain which produces energy in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amount of CoQ10 in myocardial tissue reduces with ageing, statin use and cardiac failure. Supplementation with CoQ10 improves myocardial and cardiac mitochondrial CoQ10 levels and improves mitochondrial efficiency.[1]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoQ10 is a potent lipophilic antioxidant which has the ability to protect membranes against oxidation and inhibit the peroxidation of plasma lipoproteins.[2] Lipid peroxidation is directly linked to poor cardiovascular health and function.[3]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium orotate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cardiovascular benefits of magnesium are widespread and include improving vascular smooth-muscle cell relaxation, supporting normal heart rhythm, increasing nitric oxide, improving endothelial dysfunction and promoting vasodilation.[3-6] A deficiency of magnesium is linked to a variety of cardiovascular issues, with circulating and dietary magnesium intake inversely related to cardiovascular risks.[7]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second active ingredient in magnesium orotate, orotic acid is involved in carrying magnesium into the heart cells and improves the energy status of myocardium, producing pronounced anti-arrhythmic, vasodilator and cardioprotective effects.[8,9]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelenium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelenium plays an integral role in the body’s antioxidant network as part of the antioxidant enzyme systems glutathione peroxidases (GSH-Px) and thioredoxin reductase.[10,11]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElderly patients with cardiovascular disease have been found to have lower selenium and GSH-Px levels than healthy age-matched controls.[12]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is a unique water- and fat-soluble antioxidant that participates in the regeneration of other antioxidants including CoQ10, glutathione, vitamin C and vitamin E. Through its antioxidant action, alpha-lipoic acid reduces oxidative stress and endothelial dysfunction; both of which are indicated in the pathogenesis of cardiovascular disorder.[13]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlpha-lipoic acid is also involved in the mitochondrial citric acid cycle which produces energy in the form of ATP, including the heart cells.[14]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinical trial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCardioNutrients Forte formed part of a wellness program that was clinical trialled at The Alfred Hospital, Department of Surgery, Melbourne, and was found to be well accepted by patients with positive clinical outcomes.[15]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eWarnings\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWarnings: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf symptoms persist consult your healthcare practitioner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product contains selenium which is toxic in high doses. A daily dose of 150mcg for adults of selenium from dietary supplements should not be exceeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not take while on warfarin therapy without medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin supplements should not replace a balanced diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have any pre-existing conditions, are on any medications, always talk to your health professional before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome products should be ceased at least two weeks before any elective surgery, please confirm with your health professional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways read label. Use only as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCompanion Products\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Products: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals Antiox Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals Lipoec 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBioCeuticals Ultra Clean EPA\/DHA Plus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ: \u003cstrong\u003eBioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. How is the CoQ10 in CardioNutrients Forte manufactured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. The CoQ10 in CardioNutrients is produced by a natural biofermentation process that uses a proprietary blend of carbohydrate and microbial substrates. Tobacco leaf is not used in the manufacture of this source of CoQ10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Where is the alpha-lipoic acid ingredient derived from?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. The alpha-lipoic acid in CardioNutrients Forte is synthetically synthesised. This yields a racemic mixture (containing both R and S forms) and this is often what is used by researchers to produce results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. Why is the colour of the capsule red?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. The red colour is imparted by naturally occurring iron oxide.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ. What is the oil base used in CardioNutrients Forte?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA. Rice bran oil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eReferences\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReferences: BioCeuticals CardioNutrients Forte\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e[1] Rosenfeldt F, Marasco S, Lyon W, et al. Coenzyme Q10 therapy before cardiac surgery improves mitochondrial function and in vitro contractility of myocardial tissue. 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