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NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

Provides the nutrients men and women need to support cardiovascular, cerebrovascular and total body health! Young men in their twenties usually have localized thickening on the internal surface of the arteries in their heart. This coronary arterial damage silently continues until about the age of 40 for men, and age 50 for women, when the risk of symptomatic abnormalities of the heart and arteries start to markedly increase with aging.  . The initial trigger is the oxidation of LDL-cholesterol, the “bad cholesterol,” by free radicals in the blood. This oxidized LDL-cholesterol deposits in the arteries followed by a local inflammatory reaction and later plaques on the arterial walls which may block the flow of blood. Red wine, pomegranate juice and green tea may protect arteries by neutralizing free radicals thereby protecting LDL-cholesterol from oxidation. .  . Resveratrol is a potent antioxidant that is concentrated in grape skin. Resveratrol has many beneficial actions such as activating the sirtuin gene which in animal studies has been shown to protect cardiovascular and neurological health, protect from elevated levels of glucose (sugar), reduce the development of abnormal cell growth, improve cellular energy production, and lengthen lifespan in which animals receiving resveratrol lived longer.  . The sirtuin gene is usually inactive; however, when activated, the sirtuin gene acts as a survival mechanism by activating the body’s natural, genetic defenses against illnesses and extending lifespan. Animals on severe calorie restriction with optimal nutrition activate the sirtuin gene which favorably changes the activity of many genes and increases lifespan.  . Humans on severe calorie restriction with optimal nutrition have similar sirtuin gene activation followed by beneficial gene and metabolic changes.  However, very few people are willing or able to maintain a severe calorie restriction with optimal nutrition which involves chronic hunger. Resveratrol also activates the sirtuin gene which results in many gene and metabolic changes that are similar to severe calorie restriction with optimal nutrition. Thus it appears that resveratrol may offer many of the beneficial anti-aging (healthy aging) effects of severe calorie restriction with optimal nutrition.  . Approximately 95% of cellular energy production occurs in the mitochondria, the “power plants,” found within each cell. However, this cellular energy production also generates excessive amounts of free radicals that damage mitochondria, resulting in a marked loss of mitochondrial function as people get older. Resveratrol increases the number and activity of mitochondria in cells with increased mitochondrial energy production. Resveratrol also increases the powerful antioxidant manganese superoxide dismutase (MnSOD) which is a major cellular antioxidant located exclusively inside mitochondria. Thus resveratrol may extend lifespan in animals by activating the sirtuin gene followed by beneficial gene and metabolic changes, by increasing mitochondrial energy production, and by increasing MnSOD which protects mitochondrial energy production from free radical damage.  . Human studies have reported that resveratrol helped people with elevated glucose (sugar) levels by decreasing glucose levels. A bottle of red wine contains approximately 1 to 10 mg of resveratrol. For optimal health benefits, NSI Scientific Advisors recommend taking daily between 200 mg to 300 mg of resveratrol. Synergy CardioLift provides an optimal dose 200 mg of resveratrol as ResveraPure®. .  . Acetyl L-Carnitine, Alpha Lipoic Acid & Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10): Acetyl L-carnitine helps transport fats into mitochondria increasing mitochondrial energy production. CoQ10 also increases the production of mitochondrial energy by transferring electrons. Alpha lipoic acid and CoQ10 are powerful antioxidants which can protect mitochondria from free radical damage. For example, the combination of acetyl L-carnitine and alpha lipoic acid synergistically improves and protects mitochondrial energy production. Human studies of acetyl L-carnitine, alpha lipoic acid and CoQ10 have each been reported to help protect cardiovascular and neurological health so combining these three antioxidants together may be even more beneficial.  . Synergy CardioLift provides effective dosages of acetyl L-carnitine (1,000 mg), alpha lipoic acid (600 mg) and CoQ10 (200 mg). Resveratrol also improves mitochondrial energy production so combining resveratrol together with acetyl L-carnitine, alpha lipoic acid and CoQ10 may promote anti-aging (healthy aging) by improving and protecting the production of cellular energy in mitochondria. Synergy CardioLift may help people to feel more energy through-out the day and may also help some people to notice better brain function.  . Grape Seed Extract: Animal studies and human epidemiological studies report that drinking red wine is associated with better heart and brain health and a longer lifespan. ActiVin® Grape Seed Extract (200 mg) has a typical ORAC antioxidant score of 1,800 to 2,600 units which is equivalent in antioxidant activity to three to five servings of fruit. Proanthocyanidins are the major antioxidants in red wine. ActiVin® Grape Seed Extract (200 mg) has more than 170 mg of proanthocyanidins which together with red wine extract is approximately equivalent for antioxidants to two glasses of red wine. Synergy CardioLift’s combination of resveratrol, grape seed extract and red wine extract may offer many of the health benefits of drinking red wine without the alcohol, calories or sulfites. Pomegranate Juice contains a variety of antioxidant polyphenols including the most important and potent group called punicosides.  Commercial pomegranate juices which are made from whole pomegranates including the peel or rind have much more antioxidant activity than other beverages including red wine, green tea, or juices from berries or other fruit. Furthermore, the antioxidants from pomegranate extracts or juice are absorbed (from the intestines into the rest of the body) much better than most other fruit antioxidants. Synergy CardioLift uses a full-spectrum pomegranate extract (1,000 mg; standardized as 40% punicosides) which is approximately equivalent for antioxidants to drinking four glasses of pomegranate juice. Animal studies report that drinking pomegranate juice or extracts can improve the blood antioxidant activity, stimulate paraoxonase 1 which protects the “bad” LDL-cholesterol from oxidation and also protects the “good” HDL-cholesterol from oxidation, inhibit plaque formation which can block arteries, protect the brain from degenerative changes, protect the prostate, protect sperm, and inhibit inflammatory joint disorders. Preliminary human studies suggest that pomegranate juice may protect the prostate and sperm and may also improve erectile function. A double-blind, placebo-controlled study reported that people with severe blockage of their carotid arteries who drank one glass (240 ml) of pomegranate juice daily for one year improved with a 30% reduction of the intima-media thickness of the carotid artery wall, 130% increase of total antioxidant status of the blood, 83% increase of serum paraoxonase 1, and 90% decrease of serum LDL-cholesterol oxidation. Another controlled study reported that people with blockage of the coronary arteries in the heart and chest pain had better coronary artery blood flow during stress testing and significantly less stress-induced chest pain after three months of drinking one glass (240 ml) daily of pomegranate juice. Extracts of Green Tea and Ginkgo Biloba: The 500 mg of green tea extract (standardized as 45% EGCG and 98% polyphenols) is approximately equivalent in antioxidant activity to drinking three cups of green tea. Many epidemiological studies have reported that drinking three cups of green tea daily is associated with better cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. Ginkgo biloba extract has been reported to help protect arteries in the legs and promote healthy memory and Synergy CardioLift provides 240 mg of Ginkgo biloba extract. Vitamin K2: Studies from Germany, Holland and Japan have reported that eating food rich in vitamin K2 (menaquinone, approximately 40 to 45 mcg per day primarily  from fermented cheese in western diets and from fermented soybeans, known as natto, in Japanese diets) is associated with better cardiovascular health, better bone health and better prostate health. For example, the Rotterdam Study in Holland (J. Nutr. 134:3100-3105,2004) reported that people in the top third of dietary vitamin K2 intake (average 41 mcg per day) had 52% reduction of severe aortic calcification and 57% reduction of mortality from blocked arteries in the heart compared to people in the bottom third of dietary vitamin K2 intake (average 15 mcg). This is similar to animal studies which also show that vitamin K2 causes calcium to deposit in bones rather than in arteries. In contrast, vitamin K1 (called phytonadione or phylloquinone; primarily from green leafy vegetables) is routinely used in supplements but has been shown to have no effect on cardiovascular health in animals or humans. Synergy CardioLift provides an effective dosage (45 mcg) of vitamin K2 as menaquinone-7 (MK-7) from fermented soybeans (natto) which may promote cardiovascular, bone and prostate health. Vitamin D3 is a multi-functional vitamin which is important for heart and blood pressure regulation, strong and healthy bones, cognitive function, neuromuscular tone and balance, immune function, supporting normal inflammatory response and offering protection from abnormal cell growth. For optimal health protection, most people need to supplement with at least 4,000 IU of vitamin D3. Synergy CardioLift delivers 4,000 IU of vitamin D3.  .  . Blood Pressure, Glucose and Magnesium: CoQ10, pomegranate juice and vitamin D have each been reported to promote healthy blood pressure. Chromium, biotin, alpha lipoic acid, magnesium, vitamin D and resveratrol have each been reported to promote healthy glucose levels. Magnesium is important for heart and brain health as well as bone health. Synergy CardioLift provides magnesium (200 mg) using the highly absorbable form of di-magnesium malate.  . Mood, Bone, and Prostate: Ginkgo biloba extract, acetyl L-carnitine and vitamin D have each been reported to help people with poor mood so these three combined in Synergy CardioLift may help contribute to healthy mood. Vitamin D3, vitamin K2, magnesium and boron may promote strong and healthy bones. Synergy CardioLift contains zinc (30 mg as zinc L-methionine, OptiZinc®), selenium (200 mcg), pomegranate extract, and vitamin K2 to help support prostate health. Vision: Human studies report that lutein, as well as the combination of zinc, vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene may protect vision. Human studies also report that ginkgo biloba extract, as well as the combination of CoQ10, acetyl L-carnitine and omega-3 EPA and DHA (from fish oil), helps protect vision. Except for omega-3, Synergy CardioLift provides all of these antioxidants to help protect the eyes and visual function. NSI® Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 is better because it :. • Delivers effective amounts of vitamins (especially vitamin D3 and vitamin K2), minerals (especially highly absorbable magnesium), and powerful antioxidants specifically targeted toward optimizing cardiovascular and cerebrovascular health. • Provides effective amounts of nutrients that support general health and wellbeing including healthy glucose levels, enhanced mood, prostate and vision health, and strong and healthy bones.  . Did You Know? All NSI supplements are packaged in HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) bottles. These bottles keep moisture vapor out, protecting the freshness and integrity of their contents, and are 400% more effective compared other brands currently using PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) bottles. HDPE bottles do not break as glass can and are also recyclable so we urge you to please recycle them.  

Average Customer Rating: 4.9 out of 5 4.9 out of 5
10 of 10 (100%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.

Customer Reviews for NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
great stuff, September 28, 2009
By delrayed from delray beach fl
Value: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5

"i really like the effect of the product, they make me feel tons of energy!"

Age: 55-64
Gender: Male
Daily supplement usage: 3-5 supplements daily
Referral source: Friend
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Over 180 days
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Review 2 for NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
The BEST Heart Multi-Vitamin, August 28, 2009
By vitaminman from Florham Park, NJ
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 4 out of 5 4 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"In 16 years of selling and evaluating nutritional supplements, I have never seen a "heart multi-vitamin" anywhere nearly as good as CardioLift version 7.

From the clinically-documented trademarked ingredients, to the forms and dosages of the antioxidants, there simply is no other "cardio multi-vitamin" that can match CardioLift for quality, effectiveness and value.

The antioxidant power of CardioLift alone is extraordinary.

Alpha Lipoic Acid - The "universal antioxidant" that makes other antioxidants work even better.

Acetyl-L-Carnitine boosts cellular energy and works in tendem with ALA to protect against harmful free radicals.

CoQ10 works with Lipoic Acid and ALC to boost cellular energy and protect the trillions of cells from free radical damage.

ActiVin Grape Seed Extract is a super-potent antioxidant that protects against LDL cholesterol oxidation and helps strengthen blood vessels.

Pomegranate and Green Tea extracts are super antioxidants that complement grape seed extract, and provide benefits of their own for promoting healthy cholesterol.

Ginkgo Biloba helps improve circulation throughout the body.

Resveratrol - the "longevity gene antioxidant".

The list just goes on and on.

CardioLift can replace several individual supplements you may currently be taking...save you lots of $...eliminate the need to take more pills...and provide you with superior results compared to what you are getting from your current supplements.

CardioLift's benefits goes well beyond the heart / blood vessels.

It may well benefit your brain, blood sugar and other systems / organs throughout your body.

You will LOVE CardioLift.
"


Age: 35-44
Gender: Male
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Self-referred
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: Over 180 days
1 of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Review 3 for NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
excellent product!, May 2, 2009
By sugarbean
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"noticed a difference in only a week! great value, too!"

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Review 4 for NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
muscle cramps gone, October 2, 2008
By bigstrongwoman from Michigan
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"Do you have muscle cramps? I had them for years. Not any more! The distinguishing feature of this particular vitamin combination is ionized magnesium. Magnesium deficiency is very common in older people, as we can't absorb it unless it is in the ionized form. One of the symptoms of magnesium deficiency is muscle cramps. Or so I've read. I'd taken all kind of expensive, high-quality vitamins for years, but this is the first one I've found with ionized magnesium -- and I no longer have those excruciating muscle cramps (or low back pain). Before, I could barely move in the mornings. I had to pull myself up the stairs. Now I feel 15 years younger and am free of pain!"

Age: 55-64
Gender: Female
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Other
Reason for usage: Specific health concern
Duration of use: 30-60 days
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
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Review 5 for NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules

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Overall Rating: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Fantastic buy!, September 10, 2008
By AWest from CT
Value: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Quality: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Effectiveness: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5
Satisfaction: 5 out of 5 5 out of 5

"This is by far, the BEST advanced multi blend I have ever come across. You get antioxidant protection that target's nearly every organ in your body in regards to specific benefits of certain nutrients. I will continue to buy along with all my other friend's in medicine."

Age: 18-24
Gender: Male
Daily supplement usage: 6+ supplements daily
Referral source: Friend
Reason for usage: Promote overall health
Duration of use: 61-180 days
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Ratings-Only Reviews for NSI Synergy CardioLift® Multi-Vitamin Version 7 -- 180 Capsules Based on the average of (5) ratings-only reviews
Overall Rating 4.8 out of 5 4.8 out of 5
Would recommend?: Yes  5 out of 5
Value 4.8 out of 5 4.8 out of 5
Quality 4.8 out of 5 4.8 out of 5
Effectiveness 4.8 out of 5 4.8 out of 5
Satisfaction 4.8 out of 5 4.8 out of 5