PhytoCore

Ortho Molecular PhytoCore   The human body is exposed to a wide variety of toxins on a daily basis. The liver is the body’s main detoxification organ, and provides enzyme systems that safely process and remove toxins. These detoxification systems are very complex and require a variety of nutrients for optimal function. Each capsule includes silymarin (milk thistle seed extract), artichoke leaf extract, turmeric root extract, methionine, choline, inositol, garlic and dandelion root extract. These botanicals and plant extracts contain phytonutrients, antioxidants and other compounds shown to boost liver health and support Phase I and II liver detoxification. PhytoCore is part of the Core Restore Kit.  CLINICAL APPLICATIONS Boosts Liver Health Supports Phase I and II Liver Detoxification Increases the Body’s Production of Bile Supports Immune Balance in Hypersensitive Individuals For more information, check out our blog post - Everything You Need to Know About Detoxing with Ortho Molecular Ingredients Serving Size: 3 Capsules Amount/Serving Choline (as Choline Bitartrate) 72 mg Dandelion Root Extract  225 mg Artichoke Leaf Extract        (Standardized to contain 5% Cynarin) 145 mg Inositol NF 140 mg L-Methionine USP 140 mg Milk Thistle Seed Extract        Standardized to contain 58% Silymarin) 130 mg Garlic Bulb  100 mg Turmeric Root Extract 100 mg (Complete Turmeric Matrix) (Standardized to contain 45-55% Curcuminoids, 3-8% Volatile Oil, 2-6% Turmerin)   Does Not Contain: Gluten, yeast, artificial colors and flavors. Silymarin (Milk Thistle Seed Extract): Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) is an annual plant indigenous to Europe and the United States and has been used for centuries as a botanical medicine to boost liver health. Artichoke: Artichoke is one of the oldest cultivated plants. The ancient Greeks and Romans considered artichoke to be a valuable digestive aid. Today, artichoke leaf extract has been shown to provide antioxidant and liver support. Turmeric (Complete Turmeric Matrix): New research on turmeric shows the additional bioactives in turmeric have additional benefits and enhance bioavailability. The Complete Turmeric Matrix includes compounds from the entire turmeric root, all working together as nature intended to deliver better results. The Complete Turmeric Matrix formulation contains standardized amounts of 45%–55% curcuminoids, 2%-6% turmerin protein and 3%-8% volatile oil, plus other components that make up the whole turmeric root. This matrix of bioactive compounds supports a healthy GI tract, enhances detoxification, creates a healthy microbiome, and helps maintain normal inflammatory balance. Garlic: Garlic is a well-known spice with a number of health-promoting properties. Dandelion Root Extract: Dandelion (Taraxacum officinale) is a native plant to the United States and Europe, where the leaves and roots have been used as food and herbal medicine. The German Commission E and European Scientific Cooperative for Phytotherapy have approved the use of dandelion root to support liver health and increase the body’s production of bile. Methionine and Choline: Studies have shown that the nutrients methionine and choline play a significant role in boosting liver health. Suggested Use 2-3 capsules two times per day or as recommended by your health care professional.  Caution: Do not consume this product if you are pregnant or nursing. Consult your physician for further information. More Info. The human body is exposed to a wide variety of toxins on a daily basis. The liver is the body’s main detoxification organ, and provides enzyme systems that safely process and remove toxins. PhytoCore can be used as a stand-alone product or as part of the Core Restore Kit. The specialized blend of nutrients in PhytoCore has been shown to support Phase I and II liver detoxification and boost liver health. There are two main pathways of detoxification in the liver, known as Phase I and Phase II. Phase I, composed mainly of cytochrome P450 enzymes, involves non-reactive compounds undergoing specific reactions which use oxygen to form a reactive site on the compound. This prepares the metabolite for the next step of detoxification, known as Phase II. Phase II is a crucial step— if molecules from Phase I are not fully metabolized by Phase II conjugation, they may cause free radical damage to proteins, RNA and DNA within the cell. Phase II reactions result in the biotransformation of fat-soluble compounds into water-soluble compounds that can then be excreted in the urine, bile or stool. PhytoCore’s botanicals and plant extracts contain phytonutrients, antioxidants and other compounds that naturally protect plants from environmental challenges including exposure to radiation, toxins and other agents. In humans, these biologically active compounds have been shown to increase cellular defenses, up-regulate liver detoxification pathways and protect DNA.