Q. What is a free radical?
A free radical is a molecule that is missing an electron and attempts to steal it from
other molecules. Too many free radicals disrupt bodily systems and can lead to
health concerns. Damage from free radical imbalance is a threat to everyone’s
health.

Q. What is an antioxidant?
Antioxidants are dietary substances—including some nutrients such as vitamins A,
C, and E, flavonoids (like grape seed & skin), and other carotenoids—that can
prevent damage to your body’s cells.
Antioxidants work by significantly slowing or preventing the oxidative process
(damage from oxygen) caused by substances called free radicals, which can lead to
cell dysfunction. Antioxidants may also improve immune function.
In your body, the antioxidant process is similar to stopping an apple from browning.
Once you cut an apple, it begins to brown, but if you dip it in orange juice, which
contains vitamin C, it stays white.

Q. What is Oligofructose Complex™?
Oligofructose Complex is a patent‐pending mineral delivery system that organically
binds amino acids and oligofructose with minerals in a unique complex, for
maximum nutrient solubility and antioxidant protection. Oligofructose Complex
delivers minerals in a form that mirrors the way they are naturally found in fruits,
vegetables, and other whole foods.

Q. Why do we need to supplement our diets with vitamins and minerals?
As few as 20% of adults eat the recommended daily amount of fruits and vegetables
(the primary source of natural vitamins and minerals). Our bodies cannot create
these critical nutrients, so they should be replenished every day.

Q. How are minerals in foods different from those found in traditional multivitamin supplements?

Minerals in fruits and vegetables are never isolated—they are bound to organic
compounds such as fiber and proteins. Conversely, isolated minerals are pure forms
of minerals that are not organically bound.

Q. What is wrong with taking traditional multivitamins?
The nutrients in traditional multivitamins that are not bound to organic compounds
tend to crystallize in the intestines, making them difficult for the body to absorb.
Additionally, minerals that are unbound cause an increase of free radical activity.
The antioxidants in your multivitamin (vitamins A, C, and E) are then forced to
neutralize the free radicals, robbing them of some of their potency before they can
be absorbed.

Q. How did Melaleuca confirm that Oligofructose Complex works?
Melaleuca sought an outside source to verify that Oligofructose Complex was as
effective as possible. Dr. Andrei Komarov of The George Washington University
helped choose the form that offered the most antioxidant protection. Dr. Gary
Buettner of the University of Iowa confirmed the concepts behind the antioxidant
protection.

Q. How can I learn more about patent‐pending Oligofructose Complex?

I will be more than glad to get additional information to you.  Just give me a shout.

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