With all the hype about avian flu and other cold and flu breeds out there, it's important to consider the ONLY preventative option available. The common cold arrives before the festivities do! You could put on a pot of chicken soup, or you may consider COLD-fx! A recent study in the Canadian Medical Association illustrates its effectiveness in fighting the common cold!
Please scroll down below this note to view the listing for COLD-fx from Herb Tech. The product is a concentration of immuno-boosters from North America Ginseng.
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Ingredients: What is COLD-fX®?
* COLD-fX® is a patented highly purified natural product obtained from roots of North American ginseng. It is comprised of poly-furanosylpyranosyl- saccharides. Through CVT’s proprietary, patented ChemBioPrint process, COLD-fX® undergoes vigorous testing to ensure that every batch has the same chemical identity and biological activity. Each capsule contains 200 mg of dried extract, CVT-E002, which has been shown in laboratory and clinical studies to strengthen our immune system and has demonstrated efficacy and safety in the prevention and relief of cold and flu infections. The patent for CVTE002 covers its unique chemical composition, manufacturing method, and indications for therapeutic use.
What are oligosaccharides and polysaccharides?
* Oligosaccharides and polysaccharides are types of complex carbohydrates. They are very large molecules composed of different combinations of monosaccharide units (sugars). They are not simply the equivalent of consuming other complex carbohydrates such as starch, or simple sugars. This is because the complex shape and arrangement of the polyand oligo- saccharides means the molecules are able to specifically induce unique biochemical effects which enhance the immune system. CVT-E002, the active ingredient in COLD-fX®, is comprised specifically of poly-furanosyl-pyranosyl-saccharides.
How is COLD-fX® different from other ginseng products?
* Most ginseng products on the market are Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng sp.). COLD-fX® is a highly purified extract derived from North American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius sp.) which has a very different chemical and biological profile than Asian ginseng. Because COLD-fX® is comprised of specific active viral-targeted, immune-enhancing molecules, oligo- and poly- saccharides, it doesn’t exhibit the other effects typically associated with ginseng products such as enhanced vitality, mental alertness and mood improvements. Although COLD-fX® is a natural extract of North American ginseng, its highly purified and precise chemical composition makes comparison with “ginseng” in general, inappropriate. Comparing COLD-fX® with raw ginseng roots is like comparing acetylsalicylic acid (the active ingredient in Aspirin) with willow tree bark (acetylsalicylic acid was originally isolated from willow tree bark)
Can it be used for the prevention of cold and flu infections?
* COLD-fX® can be used both for the prevention as well as relief of cold and flu infections.
What dose should I follow for the prevention, and for the relief of colds?
* COLD-fX® can be taken preventatively on a long-term basis at two capsules per day. An acute dosing regimen of COLD-fX® may also be followed. COLD-fX® is most noticeably effective if taken at the first onset of symptoms, although it may also be used if taken at a later stage of infection.
Are there any side effects?
* No adverse effects of COLD-fX® are observed in laboratory studies when given at 500 times higher than the recommended dose at one time and 25 times higher than the recommended dose for 30 days. In clinical studies and for usage in the general population, adverse effects have also not been associated with the recommended acute dosing regimen and the preventative chronic dosing regimen. Although there are no known interactions with drugs, herbs, or disease conditions, individuals with a serious autoimmune disorder or other serious medical conditions should consult a physician before taking COLD-fX®.
Will COLD-fX® overstimulate my immune system?
* Laboratory studies have indicated that COLD-fX® does not overstimulate the immune system, but rather induces more moderate changes in the immune system which reflect healthy levels of immune system components such as cytokines and natural killer (NK) cells. Clinical studies have also demonstrated that COLD-fX® consumption is not associated with overstimulation of the immune system. |