Opti GHI

Sugar and Stevia Free

Chocolate

• Source of amino acids involved in muscle protein synthesis
• Helps maintain healthy skin, immune and thyroid gland function
• Provides support for healthy glucose metabolism and liver function
• Source of antioxidants and protein for the maintenance of good health
• Supports the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth, gums
• Supports wound healing, connective tissue formation and red blood cell formation
• Digestive enzyme to help the body digest and metabolize carbohydrates, fats and proteins
• Source of vitamin A to support the development and maintenance of bones, teeth and night vision
• Source of vitamin A to help maintain good health, eyesight, skin, membranes and immune function
• Assists in the building of lean muscle mass when combined with regular resistance, training and a healthy balanced diet
• Helps prevent niacin, biotin, chromium, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, selenium, thiamine, vitamin B6, vitamin B12 and vitamin C deficiencies

Opti-GHI Sugar- & Stevia-Free is now sweetened with a natural, high-potency sweetener extracted from monk fruit. This generally recognized as safe (GRAS) monk-fruit extract offers a high-quality sweetness and flavor without the bitter aftertaste associated with some natural sweeteners.

Like XYMOGEN’s other Opti-GHI formulas, Opti-GHI Sugar- & Stevia-Free contains macro- and micronutrients, as well as a host of ingredients (some patented or proprietary) that support fatty acid metabolism, gastrointestinal health, and healthy eicosanoid and cytokine metabolism. Activated cofactors support mitochondrial energy production needed for biotransformation and detoxification. This formula’s ingredients help moderate phase I detoxification, upregulate and support phase II pathways, and provide antioxidant support as well.

Protein Metabolism

VegaPro is XYMOGEN’s proprietary blend of pea protein isolate and rice protein concentrate, L-glutamine, glycine, and taurine. Generation of glutathione and sulfation cofactors—vital for phase II conjugation—requires an array of amino acids. The combination of pea protein and rice protein, containing a complement of amino acids, achieves an amino acid score of 100%. Glutamine, a conditionally essential and versatile amino acid with two nitrogen moieties, is crucial to nitrogen
metabolism and helps maintain healthy liver tissue and function.[1,2] The amino acid glycine is needed for bile synthesis, phase II detoxification, and glutathione production. Taurine, a derivative of the sulfur-containing amino acid cysteine, is also important for synthesis of bile salts and helps stabilize cell membranes.

Gastrointestinal Support

Ginger root, included to support healthy digestion such as the release of bile from the gallbladder, acts at several sites to moderate PGE(2) production and support the normal response to inflammation.[3] Fiber (from inulin and flaxseeds) supports production of short-chain fatty acids as well as a healthy intestinal flora. MeadowPure, an organic flaxseed complex, possesses excellent oxidative stability, supports antioxidant activity, and provides lignins, soluble fiber, and
omega-3 and omega-6 essential fatty acids.[4] The flaxseed is extensively milled, which provides a smoother mouthfeel and less grit than earlier versions of OptiCleanse formulas. Glutamine plays a key role in healthy intestinal cell proliferation and gut barrier integrity, immune function, and normal tissue healing.[1,2]

Detoxification Support

Ellagic acid (from pomegranate extract) prevents over-induction of CYP1A enzymes, works at the gene level to induce synthesis of glutathione-S-transferases and other phase II activities, binds directly to toxins, and protects DNA and hepatocytes.[5,6] Watercress is a rich source of beta-phenylethyl isothiocyanate (PEITC)—a versatile compound found to inhibit phase I enzymes and induce the phase II enzymes associated with biotransformation and excretion of toxins. Watercress has been found to contain even stronger phase II inducers known as 7 methylsulfinyheptyl and 8-methylsulfinyloctyl isothiocyanates as well.[7,8] Green tea catechins not only support antioxidant activity but also appear to act as modulators of phase I and phase II detoxification.[9] Choline is present to support lipid metabolism in the liver and can be converted to betaine, a methyl donor.[10]

The active, bioavailable form of B vitamins (pyridoxal-5’-phosphate (B6), 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (folate), methylcobalamin (B12)) and glycine all support amino acid conjugation and are vital for the detoxification of xenobiotics and xenoestrogens. 5-methyltetrahydrofolate (5-MTHF), methylcobalamin, betaine, and methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) are present to support methylation and detoxification. 5-MTHF supports healthy folate nutrition, especially in individuals with variations in folate metabolism. In Opti-GHI, 5-MTHF is provided as Quatrefolic for enhanced stability, solubility, and bioavailability.[11] Preventium, a patented form of potassium hydrogen d-glucarate, supports glucuronidation. Sulfation is supported by MSM and sodium sulfate. Acetylation is supported by d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxal-5’-phosphate, and magnesium. Several minerals in Opti-GHI are provided as Albion mineral chelates and TRAACS mineral amino acid chelates for enhanced gastrointestinal absorption and bioavailability.[12]

Antioxidant Support and Cytokine Balance

Bioflavonoids, quercetin, rutin, and curcumin support antioxidant activity, counter free radicals, and support healthy eicosanoid and cytokine metabolism.[13,14] Curcumin has a long history of use for its support of a normal, healthy response to inflammation.[15] N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) stimulates glutathione synthesis, enhances glutathione-S-transferase activity, and promotes detoxification.[16]