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What products are available?
There are currently four products available:
Here is a direct link to Agel's product pages.
http://www.agel.com/products/gel_packs/
Where are the nutrients in Agel
products absorbed?
Each of the ingredients in each of the products
contains nutrients that have different and specific methods of
absorption along the gastrointestinal tract. For most of these
nutrients, the primary location for absorption is in the small
intestine. Some of the nutrients are absorbed in ways that are not fully
studied in the literature. By suspending nutrients in a gel, all of the
nutrients are readily available to be digested and absorbed in the GI
tract. By providing a good-tasting, easily ingested, readily available
form of these nutrients, we feel that a maximum benefit is obtained.
Can pregnant women take these
products?
There are some ingredients in the Agel EXO that
have been listed in some texts as not appropriate for pregnant woman.
Therefore, we recommend that pregnant woman not consume Agel EXO. In
addition, the daily recommendation of vitamin A is 5,000 IU and Agel MIN
contains 5,460. If you are pregnant, we strongly recommend that you
consult with your physician prior to taking any vitamins, herbs,
supplements, or over-the-counter medications.
Can women take the Agel Gel
products while breast-feeding?
We recommend that you review the ingredients in
these products with your physician prior to using them while breast
feeding.
Are there artificial colorants
used in the formulation of the Agel gels?
No. The coloration is a result of the natural
color of the ingredients.
Why is the Gel Technology
Advantageous?
There are two very important factors that
influence the efficacy of nutritional supplements: the proper timing of
ingestion and the bioavailability of the nutrients. The convenience of
the portable gel pack facilitates the proper timing for taking the
supplements with meals, which enhances the absorption and utilization of
each nutrient. Gel Technology allows the nutrients to remain suspended
in Gel, optimizing bioavailability. Before gel supplements, individuals
relied on tablet and capsule forms of nutritional supplements.
Unfortunately, typical supplements in a pill form may not always be
fully absorbed. However, thanks to Agel's suspension gel technology,
these vitamins, minerals and other nutrients may be more readily
available for absorption and digestion.
Can children take an entire
Agel MIN pack?
As a point of reference, the American Academy of
Pediatrics does not endorse vitamin supplementation in children under
16, except for specific groups with chronic illnesses. Furthermore,
mineral needs of children are still unclear. Agel MIN contains 100% of
the recommended daily intake (RDI) of the essential vitamins and
selected essential minerals for adults. Most children’s vitamins
currently on the market contain about the same amount of vitamins as
Agel MIN, without the minerals. If you elect to use Agel MIN for
children, the preparation does not contain enough of the vitamins or
minerals to be considered dangerous; however, an entire gel pack of Agel
MIN is probably more than necessary. We recommend consulting with your
pediatrician about appropriate dosing of the vitamins and minerals for
children.
Can Agel FIT be taken by
children?
We recommend consulting with your pediatrician
about appropriate food supplementation and weight management regimens
for children. As a general rule, we do not recommend diet aids for
children, and we therefore do not recommend using Agel FIT in the
pediatric population. We advocate healthy eating habits and plenty of
physical activity as a means for children to manage weight. To initiate
an early habit of dependence on dieting aids in childhood may be sending
the wrong message.
Can I take all four Agel Gel
products (MIN, EXO, FIT, OHM) in one day?
As far as we know, there are no problems with
consuming all four of the Agel Gel products in the same day. Agel MIN
contains 100% of the RDI of vitamins and up to 50% of the RDI of
minerals for adults. Agel OHM contains a vitamin B-complex that would
result in duplication of the B vitamins. If only one of each of the gels
was taken in the same day, most of the B vitamins would be less than
150% of the RDI for an adult, and 400% of vitamin B12. Agel EXO contains
exotic fruit purees and plant extracts that are high in antioxidants.
Because vitamins C and E are both effective anti-oxidant, there would be
duplication of the anti-oxidants as well. Prior to taking any vitamins,
herbs, supplements or over-the-counter medications, we recommend that
you consult with your physician.
In the Agel MIN, why is there
only 100% of the RDI of vitamins?
There is increasing literature to support the
concept of moderation in vitamin supplementation. The adage of “too much
of a good thing can be harmful” is beginning to become a widely accepted
viewpoint among nutritionists and scientists around the world. We feel
that the best way to enhance healthy living for the greatest number of
people is to create a product that provides 100% of the RDI of vitamins
in a single dose. If there are individuals that wish to increase the
amount of vitamins in their daily regimen, they may elect to ingest a
second Agel MIN gel pack.
Is the proprietary sweetener used
in Agel’s products fit for consumption by diabetics and hypoglycemics?
The proprietary sweetener in our gel products
(fructose) has a low glycemic index and should not have significant
effect on blood glucose levels. Prior to taking vitamins, herbs,
supplements or over-the-counter medications, we recommend you consult
your physician.
Are Agel’s products “All
Natural?”
Yes, except Agel OHM uses synthetic Taurine. All
other ingredients are derived from natural sources. Natural Taurine is
derived from bile. In order to be sensitive to Agel team members of
varying religious beliefs, we chose to use synthetic Taurine in the OHM
product instead. That’s a good thing.
Are there any drug interactions
related to any of the Agel products?
At the present time, we are only aware of two
potential drug interactions in those persons who are taking medications
that increase brain serotonin levels. In particular, medications in the
category of SSRI’s (Selective Serotonin Re-uptake Inhibitors) are of
some concern. We strongly advise consultation with your physician prior
to using Agel FIT or OHM if you are taking these medications.
In Agel OHM, panax ginseng is one of the active
ingredients, and it may cause increased serotonin levels in the brain.
In addition, the Agel FIT uses Hydroxycitric Acid (HCA) as its primary
active ingredient. HCA has been shown to be effective in part by its
ability to reduce appetite by increasing brain serotonin levels. In
general, for individuals taking medications that increase brain
serotonin, there is a theoretical risk of serotonin syndrome.
Are the Agel products Halal
Certified?
Agel is currently in the final stages of
certifying the products with The Islamic Food and Nutrition Council of
America (IFANCA). Confirmation of Agel’s Halal certification will be
forthcoming.
Update 2005-06-23: Islamic Food and Nutrition
Council of America (IFANCA), the leading Halal-food certification
organization in North America, has certified Agel FIT and Agel EXO.
Halal certification gives companies access to Muslim consumers and helps
Muslims in choosing their foods, assured that what they are buying is
Halal without doubt!
For more information check out the IFANCA web
site.
IFANCA.ORG
These six (6) Agel products, EXO, FIT,
MIN, OHM, UMI and PRO are Halal certified.
Click here to see the Halal Certificate (PDF
file).
Are the Agel products Kosher
Certified?
Agel is currently in the final stages of
certifying the products with the Union of Orthodox Jewish Congregations
of America (Orthodox Union). Confirmation of Agel’s Kosher certification
will be forthcoming. Agel is also in the process of obtaining other
Kosher certifications in Israel.
These five (5) Agel products, EXO, FIT,
MIN, OHM and UMI are Kosher certified.
Click here to see the Kosher Certificate (PDF
file).
Note: Not all Agel
products are available in all the market places that Agel operates in.
You will need to check with the person who sent you to this site on the
availability of products in your country.
Disclaimer: Nothing on
this site should be interpreted as medical or nutritional advice. The
testimonials and product claims on this site may not necessarily apply
to you and you should undertake your own investigation, including
seeking advice from your medical doctor, prior to changing your diet or
using any nutritional supplements. This site is intended to be
informational only.
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