Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus, a liquid vitamin formula, contains 100 percent of the daily recommended vitamins in addition to many other ingredients. The serving size is 1 oz. for adults and 1/2 oz. for children under 12. The number of servings per container is 32.
Vitamins and Minerals
Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus contains the following vitamins: 10,000 IU of vitamin A as betacarotene and palmitate, 1,500 mg of vitamin C as ascorbic acid, 400 IU of vitamin D as cholecalciferol, 50 IU of vitamin E as d-alpha tocopherol acetate, and 78 mcg of vitamin K as phytonadion. It also includes a B complex made up of 100 mg of vitamin B-1 as thiamine HCL, 100mg of vitamin B-2 as riboflavin, 20mg of vitamin B-3 as niacinamide, 100 mg of vitamin B-5 as calcium pantothenate, 20 mg of vitamin B-6 as pyridoxine hydrochloride, 200 mcg of vitamin B-12 as cyanocobalamin, 400 mcg of folic acid, and 300 mg of biotin. It contains three minerals: 50 mg of calcium as calcium citrate, 20 mg of magnesium as magnesium gluconate, and 25 mg of potassium as potassium gluconate.
Sugar and Salt
Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus contains 3 g of crystalline fructose, a sweetener that occurs naturally in fruits and vegetables, and 3 mg of sodium per serving.
Additional Health Promoting Ingredients
Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus contains 500 mg of glucosamine sulfate, a naturally occurring chemical in the body used to build bones, cartilage, ligaments and the fluid surrounding the joints. It also contains two kinds of Asian herbs, including 100 mg of ginseng as Korean root extract -- an Asian herb touted for its suggested immune boosting and anti-fatigue capabilities. Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus also includes caffeine-free green tea extract, grapeseed extract, choline and inositol, a naturally occurring type of sugar that helps the body maintain proper nerve, brain and muscle function, according to Vitamins-Supplements online guide.
Bioflavonoids
According to Phytochemicals, bioflavonoids are the natural pigments found in fruits and vegetables that continue to undergo much research due to their antioxidant properties. Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus contains three types of bioflavonoids -- rutin, citrus bioflavonoids and hesperidin, known for their potential anti-carcinogenic, anti-inflammatory and vasoprotective qualities.
Enzymes
Utrition Liquid Vitamin Plus contains digestive enzymes. Enzyme supplementation reportedly assists in better breakdown of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats for improved absorption and utilization of ingested food.
Other Ingredients
Several other ingredients with unspecified amounts are also listed. They include citric acid, natural flavor, purified water and trace minerals. Citric acid is generally used as a preservative and to add tart flavoring. Potassium benzoate and potassium sorbate, both organic, are listed as preservatives. The final ingredient is xanthan gum -- a food additive derived from bacteria and generally used as a thickening agent and stabilizer.
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