Description:
Douglas Labs Metabolic Management Pack 30 pkts supplies essential minerals, vitamins, herbs and other nutrients designed to support a healthy weight management program. Metabolic Management Pack, provided by Douglas Laboratories, may be a useful dietary supplement for individuals wishing to successfully manage their weight. Garcinia cambogia: This natural extract comes from a tropical fruit grown in several Asian rain forest areas. Research shows that (-) hydroxycitric acid helps maintain a healthy balance of hepatic lipogenesis and gluconeogenesis, thus preventing excessive conversion of glucose from dietary carbohydrate into body fat. Research also indicates that (-) hydroxycitric acid plays an important role in the regulation of normal appetite. Conjugated Linoleic Acid: Research in several animal models has demonstrated that CLA reduces body fat accumulation. Some studies have shown that the reduction in body fat occurs regardless of whether the diet is high or low in fat. It appears that increased energy expenditure is responsible for the decreased fat accumulation. Researchers have observed an increase in fat oxidation, but not a decrease in fat biosynthesis. Mice fed a high fat diet with 1% CLA exhibited a 50% reduction in weights of adipose depots, but no significant effects on body weight or energy intake. Energy expenditure persistently increased almost 8% through the trial period. This chronic increase in metabolic rate is thought to be responsible for the reduction in body fat stores. Phosphatidyl-Serine: Phosphatidylserine (PS), a phospholipid nutrient, is active in cell membranes and is the major acidic phospholipid component in the membranes of the brain. Membranes are the working surfaces of every cell, carrying out the essential functions of cellular communication and hormonal signal transduction. Nerve cells, in particular, depend on healthy membrane function for normal neurotransmitter metabolism and nerve signal transmission. One function of PS is its role in controlling the normal balance of stress hormones. PS is involved in the body’s response to counterbalance the excessive release of adrenocorticotrophic hormone (ACTH) and adrenaline after physical stress from exercise, while supporting normal growth hormone release at the same time. Flax Seed: Essential fatty acids such as those found in flax seed oil, are important for healthy mucous membranes, skin and hair, and serve as precursors for steroid production and hormone synthesis. The inclusion of flax seed in a healthy diet ensures that the body’s requirements for omega fatty acids are being met. Relora: Relora® is a patent-pending combination of two herbal extracts of Magnolia and Phellodendron bark (Asian cork tree). Both herbs have been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for several hundred years. In a human study, 82% of the participants taking Relora® agreed with the statement that: “Relora® helps control…. irritability, emotional ups and downs, restlessness, tense muscles, poor sleep, fatigue, and concentration difficulties.” Relora® was found not to cause sedation, though 74% of the patients had more restful sleep. Additionally, no adverse side effects were reported during the trial. A healthy weight management program should include strategies to help support stress and anxiety, especially in individuals sensitive to stress-induced eating. Chromium and B vitamins: Chromium is an essential trace mineral that can help potentiate insulin action and thus influences carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism. As co-enzymes, the B vitamins are essential components in most major metabolic reactions. They play an important role in energy production, including the metabolism of lipids, carbohydrates, and proteins. B vitamins are also important for blood cells, hormones, and nervous system function. As water-soluble substances, B vitamins are not generally stored in the body in any appreciable amounts (with the exception of vitamin (continued on reverse) B12). Therefore, the body needs an adequate supply of B vitamins on a daily basis.

A Dietary Supplement

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 pack (5 capsules and 4 softgels per pack)
Servings Per Container: 30

Amount Per Serving:
Calories 25
Calories from Fat 25
Total Fat 2.8 g
Saturated Fat 0 g
Thiamine 10 mg
Riboflavin 10 mg
Niacinamide 10 mg
Vitamin B-6 10 mg
Folic Acid 200 mcg
Vitamin B-12 100 mcg
Chromium (ChromeMate™) (from chromium polynicotinate) 200 mcg
Safflower Oil Complex 1,000 mg
Providing Conjugated Linoleic Acid 770 mg
Garcinia cambogia 1,000 mg
Supplying:
(-) Hydroxycitric acid 500 mg
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic acid) 660 mg
DHA (Docosahexaenoic acid) 340 mg
Relora™ 500 mg
(a proprietary blend of patent-pending plant extracts from
Magnolia officinalis [bark] and a proprietary extract from Phellodendron amurense [bark])
Proprietary Herbal Blend 400 mg
Guarana (Seed), Kola Nut (Roasted Seed), Eleutherococcus Senticosus (root), Wood Betony (Entire Plant), Beet Powder (Root), Cayenne (Fruit), American Centaury (Entire Plant), Gotu Kola (Entire Plant), Ho Shou Wu (Entire Plant), Green Tea Extract (leaf)
7-Keto™ 100 mg
(3-Acetyl-7-oxo-dehydroepiandrosterone)
Green Tea extract (leaf)

Other Ingredients: Gelatin (capsule), cellulose, ultra refined fish oil concentrate, glycerin, water, vegetable stearate, silica, rosemary extract, ascorbyl palmitate, mixed tocopherols, carob extract, ethylcellulose, coconut oil, aluminum hydroxide, sodium alginate, titanium dioxide and stearic acid.

Each Pack Contains:
Two Dark brown conjugated Linolenic Acid Softgel Capsules
Two Yellow, oblong, coated Opti-EPA™ Softgel Capsules
Two Light tan Herbal Blend capsules
Two Brown Relora / B Complex capsules
One Natural Vegetarian Vegetable 7-Keto™ Capsule containing white powder

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, adults take 1 pack daily or as directed by your healthcare professional. This product is best taken with meals.

Warning: If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking any prescription medication, have diabetes or any other medical condition for which you are under the care or a physician, consult your doctor prior to use. Excessive consumption may impair ability to drive or operate heavy machinery. Not recommended for consumption with alcoholic beverages.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
For optimal storage conditions store in a cool, dry place (59°-77° F/15°-25° C) (35-65% relative humidity)
Tamper resistant package, do not use if outer seal is missing

This product contains NO yeast, wheat gluten, soy protein, milk/dairy, corn, sodium, sugar, starch, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring

Nutritional Support for Healthy Weight Management*

*This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.