Monday, July 23, 2007

MALAYSIA'S OWN SUPPLEMENTS - PART 2.









In this artcle,I will basically give you folks out there the breakdown on the usage and benefits etc of the products I listed in my last blog with a few additions to the list.




Mass Gain Factor 4100 :-












Gain Factor is a formula for all body builders and people who want to put on quality weight. Gain Factor consists of approximately 60% carbohydrate and 30% protein and has a low content of fat (approx. 1.7%).

Gain Factor is packed with high quality vitamins and minerals for essential lean mass production. The vitamin B complex and Creatine monohydrate are added to this formula to provide explosive energy during exercise. L-Glutamine is added to provide anabolic environment for maximum growth. In addition, taurine is added to help in fat digestion, absorption of fat-soluble vitamins as well as the control of cholesterol serum levels in the body. It helps in the proper use of potassium, calcium and sodium in the body and for maintaining cell membrane integrity.

Gain Factor Benefits:
· Anabolic formula
· Virtually no fat
· Creatine, Taurine and Glutamine enriched
· High protein concentration
· Contains Inulin as prebiotics – high in fiber and has B-vitamins production properties

Recommended Serving:
Mix 2 scoops of Gain Factor with 250ml whole milk. Have 1-2 glasses of these drinks each day. Do not reduce your regular food intake. Gain Factor tastes great either with milk or water. Preparation may be done either with a spoon or blender. You may mix with fruits like banana for added calories.

Who will benefit:
Body builders, weight lifters, mountain climbers, rugby players, wrestler, gymnast, people who wants to gain weight



Muscle Whey Protein

Whey protein ranks highest in all measures of protein quality. Muscle Whey Protein is made instantized, easy to be stirred with a spoon and easily absorbed into the body. Muscle Whey Protein is a mixture of Cross-Flow Microfiltration Whey Protein Isolate and Ultrafiltration Whey Protein Concentrate for a double phase amino acid delivery system.

After workout our body needs fast absorption protein for the first phase of muscle growth and recovery. The next muscle growth and recovery requires a slower absorption protein as it comes later than the first phase of recovery. This is achieved through whey protein concentrate. Nearly all of the cholesterol and lactose are removed making it ideal for low-fat and low carbohydrate diets.

Muscle Whey Protein is suitable for athletes that trains hard to increase growth and performance. It helps male and female to pack on the extra muscles suitable for gaining strength and increased metabolic rate. It is suitable in controlling insulin spike as there is no sugar added into the formula.

Muscle Whey Protein Benefits:
· Low in fat and carbohydrate, no fructose, sucrose or maltodextrin added
· Double Phase Amino Acids Delivery System
· Glutamine enriched for enhancing anabolic environment
· 100% instantized, easily mixed with a spoon

Recommended Serving:
Mix 2 scoops of Muscle Whey Protein with 250ml whole milk. Have one to two glasses of these drinks each day. Do not reduce your regular food intake. Muscle Whey Protein tastes great either with milk or water. Preparation may be done either with a spoon or blender.

Who will benefit:
Performance athlete, body builder, weight lifter, people who want weight loss, cardiovascular activity


Active Meal

Active Meal is the quick, convenient whole-food meal solution for the sports active person who has little time to prepare nutritious meals throughout the day to meet their nutritional requirements

Each nutritionally complete serving supplies your body with the highest quality peptide bonded and free form amino acids using the ultrafiltration process, which produces a superior bioactive whey that is non-denatured and contains the highest content of essential amino acids (EAA) and branched chain amino acids (BCAA), oat fiber , malt cereal and quality vitamins and minerals.

Active Meal contains ROPUFA Omega 3 and 6. ROPUFA Omega 3 and 6 are high quality Omega 3 and 6. Only the right ratio of Omega 3 and 6 will give you good health benefits. Active Meal is formulated to achieve the health benefits Omega 3 and 6 has to offer. ROPUFA Omega 3 and 6 is made from fish body oil and flaxseed oil.

There is no reason to miss a meal! For those individuals that moderately exercise 1 - 3 times weekly, or have long and intense work days, Active Meal provides the ideal nutrition for your busy schedule. Active Meal mixes instantly and tastes delicious!

Active Meal Benefits:
· Provides nutritious meal – contains oat cereal, whey protein concentrate, fiber, Inulin (Prebiotic), 12 vitamins, 11 minerals, Essential Fat, Taurine, Lysine and L-Carnitine
· Good ratio of Omega 3 and 6 – for cardiovascular health
· Calcium lactate for stronger bones
· No artificial sugar eg. Aspartame
· Whey protein concentrate for muscle and tissue recovery
· Protein fraction for immune system

Recommended Serving:
Mix 2 scoops of Active Meal with 210ml of hot water as a meal or 2 hours before exercise. Stir until smooth. Use up to 3 times daily.

Who will benefit:
Children, all athletes and whoever who wants more energy in their diet. This product is not intended for weight loss.


Whey Protein Isolate Amino 5000

Quality whey protein isolate provides key microfractions like alpha lactalbumin and glycomacropeptides which can both positively support immune function, as well as a very high concentration of branched chain amino acids which can positively affect lean muscle mass and lower muscle breakdown.

It also enhances glutathione levels in the body (glutathione is the body's most powerful natural anti-oxidant and is a key part of the immune system), features high digestibility and absorption rate, contains virtually no lactose and very low fat.

Cross flow micro filtration (CFM) patented methods is used to solve some of the denaturing problems that were seen with the ion exchange method. The process is used to make this protein highly soluble and retain a higher level of calcium. It yields a good proportion of BCAA (leucine, isoleucine, valine) and is an excellent source of fuel. The cross flow micro filtration process produces an isolate that is greater than 90% protein with no fat or lactose, and unlike the ion exchange process cross flow micro filtration leaves almost 100% of the protein and the important peptides intact.

Consuming Amino tablets prior to workout would be your best bet to raise blood amino acid profiles quickly since these tablets will take only 20 minutes before almost all of what you have consumed are coursing through your veins and somewhere between 20-40 minutes for the level of amino acids in your blood to reach its peak.

Amino 5000 Benefits:
· High amount of BCAA as fuel source
· High glutamine peptides level for anabolic environment
· Contains higher levels of valuable whey protein fractions
· Fat and lactose free
· Has a significant source of biologically available calcium and low sodium
· Stimulate the immune system
· High content of amino acid proline that is necessary for the production of collagen and cartilage for healthy joints, ligaments and tendons

Recommended Serving:
Take 1 serving (4 tablets) 20 minutes before workout and another serving within one hour after workout for best performance and recovery.

Who will benefit:
Athlete, body builder, weight lifter, marathon runner, cyclist, boxer, swimmer, gymnast, footballer, mountain climbing.


Active One

Active One is a sports drink for muscle glycogen restoration and recovery. Active One provides three different glycemic sources of carbohydrates for immediately energy and easy digestion during long and intense workouts.

The low osmolality of the Active One and ideal 8% carbohydrate solution provides superior fluid absorption. Clinical research shows that energy drink mixed between 6-8% offers the optimal absorption of both carbohydrates and fluid for endurance racing and training.

Each serving of Active One provides 80mg of vitamin C. This great tasting high vitamin C, electrolyte power packed supplement drink provides a quick and stimulating Electrolyte replacement in a matter of minutes. Vitamin C is essential for people who are active and on the go. Vitamin C helps the connective tissues recuperate faster. You will get faster recovery with vitamin C as an anti-oxidant that protects the body from free radical damage.

To maximize gains in strength and recovery, each serving of Active One is added with 1.5g of Creatine monohydrate. Therefore Active One not only promotes recovery but also muscle mass and energy.

Active One Benefits:
· Muscle Glycogen Restoration and Recovery
· Ensure proper hydration
· Reduced fatigue during exercise
· Provide steady flow of explosive energy
· Contains mineral Ca+, Na+, K+, Mg+ and Cl-


Recommended Serving:
Before/During exercise: Mix 1 scoop of Active One per 250ml of water.
After exercise: Mix 1 scoop of Active One per 250ml of water for recovery and rehydration. Best serve with cold water.

Who will benefit:
Long distance runner, Outdoor activities, Cyclist, Swimmer, Gym goers and any cardiovascular activity.


L-Glutamine 5000+

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body and in skeletal muscles in particular. It helps in boosting the immune system. It is a powerful anabolic and anti-catabolic nutrients available, promoting protein synthesis while inhibiting protein breakdown. It enhances the secretion of Growth Hormone (GH).

Glutamine is anti-catabolic during periods of fasting therefore it has muscle-sparing action. Glutamine supplementation is vital for maintaining glutamine level in hard-training athletes.

If depleted glutamine stores are not replenished, the body can enter a sustained catabolic state with depressed protein synthesis which ultimately results in loss of muscle. Glutamine can function as a fuel source during exercise by synthesizing ATP, DNA and RNA and is involved in formation of glucose.

Glutamine is used in reducing ulcers in the mouth and also promotes nitrogen retention in the body.

L-Glutamine 5000+ Benefits:
· Anabolic and anti-catabolic effects
· Enhance GH secretion
· Increase protein synthesis
· Promote nitrogen retention
· Cellular hydration
· Optimum glucose & insulin function

Recommended Serving:
Mix 1 teaspoon (5g) with 150ml water or juice, 2-3 times a day on empty stomach or immediate after exercise.

Who will benefit:
People who wants anti-ageing effect, Weight lifters, cyclist, runners, all outdoor and indoor activity.


100% Creatine Monohydrate

Creatine is one of the most thoroughly researched and tested supplements in the world. It is a natural substance that is required for all muscular contractions. Creatine is essential to deliver fast, effective and explosive energy during exercise. Creatine in the body donates a phosphate group to energy molecule ADP to create ATP for energy production. Performance is very much limited by the body’s ATP pools.

Supplementing creatine to the body creatine stores allows the body to train harder and longer. Creatine can increase your strength and performance. It can help build lean mass by volumizing and hydrating muscle cells, thus creating a necessary anabolic environment for growth.

Starting from the age of 50 years old, people begin to lose 12% of muscle strength and 6% of muscle mass every 10 years. With proper nutrition, creatine supplementation and weight training this can be slowed down. Creatine is found to treat the ageing and ill with disease that cause muscle weakness and atrophy.

100% Creatine Monohydrate Benefits:
Expected benefits from Creatine supplementation can include:
· 100% pure HPLC Pharmaceutical Grade Creatine
· Increases in strength & power
· Reduced time for recovery
· Energy boost
· Enhanced muscular size
· Cellular muscle volumization
· Enhanced ATP synthesis

Recommended Serving:
Mix 1 teaspoon (5g) of Creatine Monohydrate with 150ml water or your favourite juice and consume immediately. Consume adequate fluids while taking creatine to see best result.

Loading phase:
1 teaspoon, 4 times a day for first 5-7 days.

Maintenance:
1 teaspoon, ½ an hour before training after loading period.
Always remember to repeat the loading phase on a monthly basis.

Who will benefit:
Weight lifters, explosive running, sprinting, mountain climbers, cyclist, bodyfit and body combat, boxers


Psyllium Husk

Psyllium husk comes from the crushed seeds of the Plantago ovata plant which is grown in parts of Asia, Mediterranean, regions of Europe and North Africa. Psyllium is rich in soluble fiber. Psyllium husk is used as a gentle bulk-forming laxative for constipation.

The FDA approved a health claim:
3g to 12g soluble fiber from psyllium seed husk when included as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease.

Soluble fiber in psyllium husk is effective in lowering total cholesterol and LDL (the
Bad cholesterol) levels. Studies found that a 1% reduction in total and LDL cholesterol can reduce the risk of heart disease by up to 2%.

Psyllium acts as prebiotics - aiding to heal the inner lining of the inflamed intestines.

Psyllium Husk Benefits:
· Alleviate constipation
· Helps in weight loss
· Reduce cholesterol

Recommended Serving:
Take 1-2 teaspoons of Psyllium Husk Powder up to 3 times daily, mix with a glass of water or your favourite fruit juice and drink immediately. Please ensure that you drink lots of water. Please allow 2 hours gap when taking with dietary supplements or medication. Children take ½ to 1 tsp daily with water.

Caution:
People who are pregnant, lactating or suffering from bowel problems should seek professional advice before taking psyllium.

Who will benefit:
People who consume less fiber, people with constipation, people with high cholesterol problem, people who wants weight loss.


Organic Wheat Grass

Wheatgrass is one of the best sources of living chlorophyll available. Suggested usage of chlorophyll:- heal rectal sores, successfully treat inflammation of the uterine cervix, get rid of parasitic vaginal infections, overcome chronic inner-ear inflammation and infection, reduce varicose veins and heal leg ulcers, eliminate impetigo and other scabby eruptions, reduce typhoid fever, to clear up foul smelling odors, neutralize strep infections, heal wounds, hasten skin grafting, cure chronic sinusitis, and cure advanced pyorrhea in many cases.

Wheat Grass Powder Benefits:
· Grown organically, contains 92 minerals from the soil
· Rich in chlorophyll. Creates highly oxygenated environment
· Neutralizes toxins in the body
· Helps purify the liver
· Improves blood sugar problems

Recommended Serving:
Mix 1-2 tsp of Wheat Grass Powder into juice/smoothie/ salad dressing or other food; take up to twice daily over the first month. For best result, take on an empty stomach and drink six glasses of water daily. Drink slowly one hour before meals.

For children take ½ to 1 tsp daily.

Who will benefit:
Anyone who wants to detoxify their body and have great amount of energy.


Organic Barley Grass


Organic Barley Grass is made from young barley shoots organically grown in the fertile land of New Zealand. No pesticides or herbicides used.

Barley grass is a whole food that provides many essential nutrients that act synergistically together by optimizing bodily functions. Chlorophyll in barley grass act synergistically with other essential nutrients to detoxify the body from destructive toxins such as heavy metals and pollutants that we consume every day through unclean food.

Barley Grass Powder Benefits:
Research suggests that barley grass powder can be beneficial in diabetes, skin rejuvenation, anaemia, arthritis, gastritis, cellular damage from x-rays, heart disease, asthma, obesity, peptic ulcers and hepatitis.

Recommended Serving:
Mix 1-2 teaspoons of Barley Grass Powder into juice/ smoothie/ salad dressing or other food. Take up to twice daily over the first month. For best result, take on an empty stomach and drink six glasses of water daily.

Children take ½ to 1 teaspoon daily.

For those interested in placing orders please e-mail me at terry.gallyot@gmail.com whereby we can finalise mode of payment and rates etc.

Hope this post was satisfactory enough for those wishing to know more about the products.When more items are made available later , I will post them here too...till then,THINK BIG!!!

Monday, July 09, 2007

MALAYSIA'S OWN - SPORTS FOOD SUPPLEMENTS








How many times have you decided to buy some sort of supplement from the pharmacy or at GNC stores then realised that these products costs a bomb?
I'm pretty sure many if not all have said this at one time or another.Imagine paying something like RM300 or so just to buy a tub of protein.How would the avarage Joe be able to afford especially if he earns an avarage of RM1200 a month?Buying that protein powder alone would put so much strain on his budget.
And the worst part is,you are actually paying so much for supplements that are in actual fact worth so much cheaper!
WHY??? The answer is pretty simple.You pay for the company's advertisements,shipping,bottling,labelling,athletes salaries who are endorsing these products etc etc....so the outcome?BAMMM!!!! You get smacked with a fat bill!
Many people do not realise that Malaysia too produces sports supplements. Some of the raw materials are imported while others are manufactured locally....then mixed in proper dosages and proportions to produce all the various types of supplements.
The company in question here is E-Excel (M) Sdn.Bhd. and they have been doing this for the last 2 years and expanding.I'm very proud to announce that I'm also involved in helping them formulate their formulas.So far,all the products work pretty well without customers complaining.
I can assure you that they taste great and more importantly ,the product contents are true as specified on its label.The company is also getting the ISO 22,000 certificate which will have all the required certs such as the Halal sign etc. which will be good for local as well as foreign market.YES,it will be marketed internationally soon.
And here's the best part! All products are sold at a much,much cheaper rate as compared to those imported items while still delivering the same if not better results.Here's an example...take the Gain Factor 4100,which is basically a weight gain formula fortified with lots of goodies to enhance muscle weight gain while producing energy to fuel your workouts.It comes in many sizes but the 4.75kg tub only costs RM280.Imagine having all the goodies like creatine,glutamine etc for that kind of price?You can actually make a comparison.I can guarantee you that you will not find anything cheaper ,while having the equivalent content and strength.
Currently,these products are sold directly to gyms and I happen to be one of the authorised dealers for this brand.Tried and tested,these products are not only affordable but they are also very very good!Give it a shot...afterall you don't really have anything to lose right?
Interested parties can leave me messages and we will take it from there.
Well time to sign off now.......till next time...think muscles!!!