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Glucasan+ (click here for FAQ's on Pro-Ferm).

What are beta-glucans?
Glucans are large carbohydrate molecules made up of multiple units of glucose. They harmlessly mimic microorganisms.
If beta glucans are made up of glucose, are they safe for diabetics?
1-3, 1-6 beta glucans do not break down into glucose, and are safe for diabetics or any one with blood sugar problems.

What are the 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans derived from?
They are derived from a very highly refined and purified version of Saccharomyces cerevisiae, or bakers yeast.
Is there a maximum of tablets one can take and are there any potential ill effects from overdose?
Doses additional to those recommended will have little effect. 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans are safe even in very large doses.
Should I take the capsules with or before food?
Ideally before food to improve absorption but if you have a fragile stomach or find capsules difficult to swallow then with a milk drink or during a meal is ok.
How long before the support works with your body after you have taken the capsules?
It will probably take at least 48 hours for the support to get up to speed. From then on it simply needs to be sustained by regular use of the capsules in accordance with the instructions.
Why are there other substances in the capsule and what do they do?
There are very tiny amounts of added minerals, zinc, magnesium, silicon and copper. These are essential trace elements crucial to immune support.
Why is Glucasan+ so expensive when yeast is so cheap?
1-3, 1-6 beta glucans need to be very carefully refined, for two critical reasons. First, the material must be purified and the particle size must be carefully controlled, to enhance bioavailability and to achieve maximal absorbtion. (Beta Glucan particles need to be less than 20µ to be maximally effective).
Can I have tablets instead of capsules and is there an advantage of one over the other?
Tablets require a good deal of tabletting material, whereas capsules allow the use of pure 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans. Hence, one capsule can contain twice as much of the active material as an equivalent weight tablet. Additionally, poor tablet design can greatly reduce bioavailability of the active ingredients.
Can I give the capsules to my pet to cut down on vets bills? And if so, in what dosage?
1-3, 1-6 beta glucans are effective in animals and are widely used in animal husbandry. For cats and dogs, a half capsule / day will be sufficient. Pigs would require 1 to 2 capsules / day, horses 4 – 8; the dose is roughly proportional to bodyweight.
When is my immune system not as good as it should be?
The immune system can be compromised by many factors including excessive stress, diabetes and poor eating habits. Immunity can also be impaired by certain medications, drug and alcohol use. In some cases also athletes on intensive training regimes can find their immunity levels reduced. A general lack of immune stimulation, as a result of a sanitised and antiseptic environment is however, the main cause of your innate immune system not performing at its best.
Have young people a better immune system than older people?
Many older people do have reduced immune function, but this is not necessarily due to ageing, but more often to poor nutrition. As increasing numbers of younger folk are also poorly nourished, impaired immunity can be found in all age groups.
Should I take the capsules before I go into hospital?
Yes. Hospitalisation means stress, exposure to other ill people – and the distinct possibility of ‘superbugs’ so your system needs all the support it can get.
Why do some people come down with every bug going, while others remain unaffected? Is it to do with beta glucans?
It may be. Some people are better defended against infection because, for a variety of reasons, their immune systems are in better shape. This may also be because they are generally better nourished.
I thought beta glucans were prebiotics - in oats and grains - and they make you regular. Is Glucasan+ the same thing?
No. Prebiotic compounds in cereals are 1-3, 1-4 beta glucans. These are completely different from the 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans in Glucasan+ food supplement.
I'm allergic to various things - will Glucasan make that problem worse?
No allergic reactions have been detected with Glucasan, even among people with pre-existing allergies. However, if you do notice any reaction, stop taking the supplement and consult a health professional.
I have an auto-immune disease - can I take Glucasan?
Patients with auto-immune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis have taken beta glucan food supplements without problems.
I suffer from Candida; can I still take Glucasan+?
No problem. 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans are derived from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, which is totally unrelated to Candida.
I felt feverish/had a sore throat when I started taking Glucasan - is this a coincidence?
Quite often the uprating of immune function is heralded by a physical effect like fever or sore throat (as in the onset of illness); as part of what the Glucasan does is to (harmlessly) mimic a general bacterial threat. This will pass fairly quickly as your innate immune function gets up to speed.
Does Glucasan+ have to be stored in a fridge?
No, but it is best stored in a cool place.
How can I order?
Click here to buy from us on-line or phone 0870 042 8423 and ask for Glucasan+ or visit your local Pharmacy or Chemist Shop and if they don't stock it they can order it for you.
Are there other things to naturally support my immune system?
Aloe vera, Echinacea, shiitake and meitake mushrooms and other natural materials have been shown to provide immune system support. In all these cases, the active molecules are very similar to the 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans in Saccharomyces cerevisiase; but they are not as well researched, and not necessarily as supportive.
Can I buy Glucasan+ in bulk?
Please email info@vitalizehealth.com for any trade or bulk orders.

Pro-Ferm

Are there other skin creams that support cell growth?
Yes. These use various types of peptides which are non-specific growth promoters. This can cause problems as they support the growth of all cells, whether desirable or not.
Can I over-use the skin treatments?
No. But you don’t need to do much more than as directed in the instructions, there is a technical limit to how much your skin can absorb – especially as it is primarily designed to keep things out!
What other benefits do the skin creams have?
They keep skin clear, elastic, hydrated and protected.
Does Pro-Ferm have a UV filter?
No – but it has an intrinsic SPF instead. Glucaferm is an active and potent antioxidant, and directly prevents skin damage caused by exposure to radiation. Equally importantly, as Glucaferm enters the skin it supports levels of the skin’s own antioxidants including tocopherols, tocotrienols, vitamin C and glutathione. Also most UV filters contain Zinc and given the special absorption qualities of Pro-Ferm this is not considered suitable.
Are the ingredients completely natural?
Yes. Both the 1-3, 1-6 beta glucans and the hyaluronic acid are completely natural compounds. In fact, hyaluronic acid naturally occurs in human skin, where it is the key hydrating agent. It is the combination of beta glucans plus hyaluronic acid which has been shown to be so supportive, at the University of Berlin; and has been patented for use in the Pro-Ferm products.
Have the products been tested on animals?
One of the main benefits of the 1-3, 1-6 beta Glucans is to replace antibiotics in animal feed. The observed benefits to animals in terms of improved health and wellbeing led, indirectly, to the discovery of the benefits to human skin.
Where is Pro-Ferm available?
From SPACE.NK stores throughout the UK and in America - click here for details. And on-line from us direct - click here for details.
What is the product range?
The Pro-Ferm range for women includes: Day Care, Night Care, Serum, Intensive Treatment, Self Tan, Body Lotion and Eye Care all incorporating the patented Glucaferm and Hyaferm combination to firm the skin and visibly reduce the effects of ageing. There is also a Special Balm Treatment for Men. There is also the 'World First' Pro-Ferm+ nutritional supplement that provides essential nutrients for healthy skin.
How is the Pro-Ferm range different?
Pro-Ferm is the only treatment to use the patented Hyaferm® Glucaferm® combination.
How old do you have to be to use them?
Pro-Ferm can be used as support for your skin as soon as there are any visible signs of ageing; but it can also be used prophylactically, by younger people, to help your skin to delay the signs of ageing. Pro-Ferm supports your body’s own defence systems to maintain your skin and has been shown to reverse the visible signs of ageing.
Can you be too old for them to make a difference?
No – your skin can always do with a helping hand!
What other types of skin treatment work well?
There are other cosmetics on the market which reduce the signs of ageing by filling in lines in the skin with micro-reflective particles. These mask the symptoms, but do nothing to stop or reverse the ageing process.
Do beta-glucan skin treatments really support cell growth?
Yes – click here for the full scientific explanation.
Can Pro-Ferm skin treatments really reverse ageing?
Yes – tests at the Berlin University show that wrinkle depth is reduced, and skin hydration and elasticity improved after only 30 days of use as illustrated below.

A Full Range of Health products..

Part of the Pro-Ferm range is a carefully selected course of micronutrients to be taken orally on a daily basis. This has been selected personally by Dr Paul Clayton. Click here for details of Pro-Ferm+

Paul is one of the UK's leading authorities on nutrition He is a Fellow of The Royal Society of Medicine and a former Senior Scientific Advisor to the UK government's Committee on the Safety of Medicines.

He has worked with leading doctors and clinical scientists at centres of clinical expertise in the UK and abroad, and trained the pharmacists in Britain's largest chemist chain in preventative nutrition.

He has written two best selling books on nutrition and has recently been appointed as Research Director of Medical Nutrition Matters, a post-graduate course in Oxford registered with, and approved by the BMA. Its function is to teach nutrition to GP's and other health care providers.

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