Farnesol

Farnesol is an organic alcohol used in cosmetics primarily for fragrance (1).

Fennel (seed)

Fennel, Foeniculum vulgare, is an herb native to the Mediterranean region. For centuries, fennel seeds have been a valued herb in Europe and China. Today, fennel is used as a flavor component in beverages, candy, baked goods and meat products. Fennel seed is a rich source of beta-carotene and vitamin C, and also contains significant amounts of calcium, magnesium and iron (1). Fennel is considered generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a natural flavoring (21CFR182.10).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  GI-ZYME^® capsules
   •  MannaCLEANSE™ caplets
 

Fenugreek (seed)

Fenugreek, Trigonella foenum-graecum, is an herb native to areas of Asia and Europe. It has a long history of use in traditional Indian and Chinese cultures. Fenugreek is commonly consumed as an ingredient in curry and many spice blends. Fenugreek seeds are also a source of dietary fiber (1). Fenugreek is considered generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a spice or natural seasoning (21CFR182.10).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  MannaCLEANSE™ caplets
 

Ferrous fumarate

Ferrous fumarate, an iron salt of fumaric acid, is often used as a source of iron in foods and dietary supplements. It is considered generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for use as a nutrient supplement in foods (21CFR184.1307d) (1).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  GlycoSlim^® chocolate meal replacement
   •  GlycoSlim^® vanilla meal replacement
 

Flax (seed)

Flax (seed). Flax seeds are the seeds of the common flax, or linseed plant, Linum usitatissimum. They contain high levels of lignans, polyphenolic compounds that have been shown to be beneficial to human health. Flax seeds also contain a significant amount of the essential fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a biological precursor to omega-3 fatty acids such as eicosapentanoic acid (EPA) (1). Flax seed appears to be well-tolerated, and there is long-standing historical use of flax seed products in dietary supplements (2).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  MannaCLEANSE™ caplets
 

Folate (folic acid)

Folate is a water-soluble B complex vitamin that comes in many chemical forms, including folic acid, which are used in the human body for synthesis of nucleic acids and amino acids. Folate occurs naturally in food, while folic acid is the synthetic and more bioavailable form of folate (1). Natural food sources of folate include dark green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits and juices, legumes and liver. Folic acid is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in vitamin B complex formulations and added to supplements and fortified foods such as cereal grains.
     Folate is well tolerated in amounts found in fortified foods and supplements. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established a Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of 400 μg folate for adults and children 4 or more years of age (21CFR101.9). RDIs are a set of dietary references for essential vitamins and minerals that are considered amounts sufficient to meet the daily requirements of healthy individuals. RDIs serve as the basis for calculating the percent daily value (%DV) amounts found on dietary supplement and food labels.

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  CardioBALANCE^® capsules
   •  Catalyst™ caplets
   •  GlycoBears^® tablets
 

Folic acid

Folic acid is a form of the water-soluble B complex vitamin, folate. Folic acid and folate are used in the human body for synthesis of nucleic acids and amino acids. Folate occurs naturally in food, while folic acid is the synthetic and more bioavailable form of folate (1). Natural food sources of folate include dark green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits and juices, legumes and liver. Folic acid is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in vitamin B complex formulations and added to supplements and fortified foods such as cereal grains.
     Folate is well tolerated in amounts found in fortified foods and supplements. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established a Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of 400 μg folate for adults and children 4 or more years of age (21CFR101.9). RDIs are a set of dietary references for essential vitamins and minerals that are considered amounts sufficient to meet the daily requirements of healthy individuals. RDIs serve as the basis for calculating the percent daily value (%DV) amounts found on dietary supplement and food labels.

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  CardioBALANCE^® capsules
   •  Catalyst™ caplets
   •  GlycoBears^® tablets
   •  GlycoSlim^® chocolate meal replacement
   •  GlycoSlim^® vanilla meal replacement
   •  Optimal Support Packets
   •  PhytoBurst^® nutritional chews
   •  PhytoMatrix^® caplets
 

Folic acid (from baker’s yeast)

Folic acid is a form of the water-soluble B complex vitamin, folate. Folic acid and folate are used in the human body for synthesis of nucleic acids and amino acids. Folate occurs naturally in food, while folic acid is the synthetic and more bioavailable form of folate (1). Natural food sources of folate include dark green leafy vegetables, citrus fruits and juices, legumes and liver. Folic acid is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in vitamin B complex formulations and added to supplements and fortified foods such as cereal grains.
     Folate is well tolerated in amounts found in fortified foods and supplements. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has established a Reference Daily Intake (RDI) of 400 μg folate for adults and children 4 or more years of age (21CFR101.9). RDIs are a set of dietary references for essential vitamins and minerals that are considered amounts sufficient to meet the daily requirements of healthy individuals. RDIs serve as the basis for calculating the percent daily value (%DV) amounts found on dietary supplement and food labels.
     Baker’s yeast, Saccharomyces cerevisiae, also known as brewer’s yeast, is a yeast often used for baking or brewing. It is an excellent source of the essential B vitamins, including folic acid, niacin, biotin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, thiamin and vitamin B₆ (2).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  Optimal Support Packets
   •  PhytoBurst^® nutritional chews
   •  PhytoMatrix^® caplets
 

Fructo-oligosaccharides

Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) typically refer to short-chain oligosaccharides comprised of fructose and glucose monosaccharide units. They exist naturally in plants and are commonly consumed in foods such as onions, bananas, lettuce and wheat. FOS are used in dietary supplements and functional foods as a type of prebiotic, a non-digestible carbohydrate that promotes the growth and/or activity of beneficial bacterial in the colon (1). The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been notified that industry considers FOS to be generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for its intended use and has not objected to its use for this purpose (GRN No. 000044).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  GlycoBears^® tablets
   •  GlycoSlim^® chocolate meal replacement
   •  GlycoSlim^® vanilla meal replacement
 

Fructose

Fructose, also known as levulose, is a monosaccharide sugar that occurs naturally in honey and a number of fruits. It is used as a flavoring and sweetening agent in foods. Fructose is the sweetest sugar, sweeter than the other monosaccharide sugars glucose and sucrose (1). It is approved for use as a food additive by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (2).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  AmbroStart^® drink mix
   •  EM•PACT^®
   •  GlycoBears^® tablets
   •  GlycoSlim^® chocolate meal replacement
   •  GlycoSlim^® vanilla meal replacement
 

Fruit juice color

Fruit juice color is prepared either by expressing the juice from fresh, ripe fruits, or by the water infusion of dried fruits. Fruit juice is approved for use in the coloring of foods by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (21CFR73.250) (1).

This ingredient can be found in the following products:
   •  MannaBears™ supplement
   •  PhytoBurst^® nutritional chews