Packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals (also known as phytonutrients) and a whole host of other beneficial plant chemicals, the inclusion of fruits and vegetables in the bodybuilding diet as a benefit to the metabolic processes of building muscle and burning body fat should be obvious. Actually, we’re not just talking about bodybuilders and athletes here – for general health, everyone can and should be eating fruits and vegetables daily in order to meet the general recommendation of five portions per day. But let’s get real here for a minute – who can honestly say they consume at least five portions every single day? In reality, a good estimate suggests that anyone eating two portions a day is doing pretty well.
Introducing VIGOR™
Whether the lack of consumption is due to taste, availability, or simply convenience, VIGOR™ may be the cost effective solution to the problem. By providing a calorie-free means of obtaining a large portion the necessary micronutrients and phytochemicals required daily, VIGOR™ forms a staple, not only of your supplement regimen, but of your diet. While it is possible for those who cannot stomach any fruits or vegetables to use VIGOR™ as their primary means of obtaining such compounds, we strongly suggest you use VIGOR™ with a minimum of two portions of fruits and/or vegetables per day.
VIGOR™ vs. Oxidative Stress
Along with oxygen ions and peroxides, free radicals are included in a larger category of nasty molecules known as Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS.) Formed during many cellular processes, free radicals are highly reactive molecules that collide with each other and cause cellular damage which has been theorized to impact everything from aging to atherosclerosis. Any time the concentration of pro-oxidants dominates the concentration of anti-oxidants is referred to as Oxidative Stress. Oxidative Stress suggests a far from ideal environment for adding mass or cutting body fat. In fact, oxidative stress can hinder recovery significantly. It is because of this that we recommend a dosing of Glucophase XR™ be taken immediately after a workout, when free radicals and ROS are elevated. VIGOR™ stacks exceptionally well with Glucophase XR™ for the purpose of reducing harmful compounds and promoting faster recovery.
"ORAC"
VIGOR™ is formulated using the scientifically developed ORAC+ Manufacturing Process, ensuring the ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity) of the constituents remains high. ORAC itself measures the anti-oxidant activity of a substance or compound. More specifically, it quantifies the degree and length of time it takes to inhibit the action of an oxidizing agent such as free radicals. Generally speaking, the higher the ORAC value the better, making VIGOR™ a supreme solution to the problems of free radicals and oxidative stress.
Summary
If you are not consuming sufficient volumes of fruits and vegetables daily, which most people simply are not doing, then VIGOR™ should form a staple of your dietary intake. In fact, considering the recommendations for fruit intake are set to meet the average non-athlete, even those who consume at or above the recommended daily portions can still attain benefit from VIGOR™.
To summarize, VIGOR™:
• Is an excellent source of anti-oxidants,
• Enhances immune functioning,
• Promotes healthy blood lipid profiles,
• Provides a potential approach for delaying the aging process, and
• Supports an optimal cellular environment for growth and recovery.
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