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Question 1

Vitamin A (as beta carotene and retinyl palmitate):

Answer

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in skeletal development, healthy vision, immune function, and healthy skin. A beneficial combination of two sources of vitamin A are: retinyl palmitate—a bioavailable form that is more easily absorbed by the body, and beta-carotene—a carotenoid that is converted in the body to retinyl. By using these two sources your body quickly absorbs retinyl palmitate and only converts the amount of beta-carotene needed to ensure your body gets optimal levels of vitamin A.*

Question 2

Thiamine as Vitamin B1 (as thiamine mononitrate):

Answer

Thiamine is an essential water-soluble vitamin. Every cell of the body requires vitamin B1 to form adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is what your body uses for energy, the metabolism
of carbohydrates, proteins and fats and normal muscle function, including the heart muscle. Thiamin is also required for a healthy nervous system and assists in the production of the
neurotransmitter acetylcholine and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and needed for good brain function. Thiamine mononitrate has bio-identical benefits.*

Question 3

Riboflavin as Vitamin B2 (as riboflavin 5-phosphate):

Answer

Riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin that is an important cofactor for the formation of other B-Vitamins. Riboflavin helps in the release of energy from foods. It supports both the nervous system and normal growth. Riboflavin is in the free form, and must be converted to its active form – riboflavin 5-phosphate – to be utilized by the body. Riboflavin-5-phosphate sodium is considered the most bioactive form of vitamin B2.*

Question 4

Niacin as Vitamin B3, (as niacinamide):

Answer

Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin that is necessary for many aspects of health and growth. Niacin supports proper circulation, healthy skin, nervous system, and digestion. Niacinamide is a non-flushing form of vitamin B3.*

Question 5

Malic Acid:

Answer

Malic acid can be found naturally in many fruits like apples, cherries, pears, and strawberries. It is used as a flavor enhancer.

Question 6

Beet Powder:

Answer

Beet powder is derived from the red or purple root vegetable known as the beet root or garden beet. Plexus uses Non-GMO beet powder which provides natural color.*

Question 7

Natural Flavors:

Answer

The natural flavors are made up of natural aromatics with the biggest percentage coming from orange oil.

Question 8

Rice Extract Blend:

Answer

The rice extract blend contains rice extract, rice hulls, gum Arabic, and sunflower oil. It aids in the manufacturing process by improving powder flow and tableting accuracy.

Question 9

Citric Acid:

Answer

Citric acid can be found naturally in citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges. It is used to enhance the flavor of foods and beverages. Plexus citric acid is Non-GMO.

Question 10

Erythritol:

Answer

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that is 60-70% as sweet as sugar. It does not affect blood sugar levels and has low caloric content making it a popular sweetener substitute. Erythritol can be found in plants, fruits, vegetables, and fermented foods.

Question 11

Xylitol:

Answer

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that is commonly used as a sugar substitute as it has a very low glycemic index with little to no aftertaste. Xylitol can be found in plants, fruits, vegetables, and fermented foods.

Question 12

BIFIDOBACTERIUM:

Answer

Bifidobacterium is one of the best-studied probiotics. Bifidobacterium attaches to the cells of the intestine and help protects the physical lining of your intestine against damage from bad
microbes. Bifidobacterium also helps produce important vitamins like vitamins B12, biotin and K. When you were born, Bifidobacterium made up 95% of your intestinal bacteria and helps promote gut microbiome health. Bifiidobacteria are broadly recognized for their
key role in the gut microbiome throughout life. It is a highly studied strains of the Bifidobacterium to promote balance in the intestinal tract and benefits health.*
Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07 (Natural) is a very powerful probiotic that has been demonstrated in over 36 scientific studies to help improve digestion and enhance immune system response. In a human clinical study, B. lactis Bi-07 has been shown to help
reduce bloating, improve intestinal regularity and provide relief for gastrointestinal problems.*

Question 13

LACTOBACILLUS:

Answer

Lactobacillus is a ‘friendly’ microbe that lives in our digestive system. Lactobacillus produce lactic acid which helps make your digestive system less hospitable for undesirable microbes.
Lactobacillus helps improve the digestion of foods and also help support a healthy immune system. Lactobacillus stimulates powerful defense cells like natural killer cells to help counter
unhealthy invaders. The following highly studied strains of Lactobacillus to deliver a number of health benefits.*
Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG ATCC 53103 is a strain of L. rhamnosus that was isolated in 1983 and is the world’s most studied probiotic bacterium with more than 800 scientific
studies. It is acid- and bile-stable, has a great avidity for human intestinal mucosal cells, and produces lactic acid. It delivers demonstrated digestive and immune benefits for people of all
ages. It delivers clinically demonstrated digestive and immune benefits for people of all ages.*
Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM is one of the most highly studied probiotic strains that are supported by over 100 scientific studies, including 50 human clinical studies. L. acidophilus NCFM survives the journey through the gastrointestinal tract and helps crowd out bad microbes while producing compounds that overpower bad microbes to help improve gut health and maintain the balance of healthy microbiota.*

Question 14

Vitamin K – (as phytonadione [K1] and menaquinone-7 [K2]):

Answer

Vitamin K is an essential fat-soluble vitamin. There are several forms of vitamin K – vitamin K1 is present in green leafy vegetables; Vitamin K2 is a more bioavailable form of vitamin K,
that is often missing from western diets. Vitamin K2 is naturally derived and comes directly from the fermentation of Bacillus subtillus natto.*

Question 15

Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol):

Answer

Vitamin E is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that is a powerful immune-boosting antioxidant, and is known to promote cardiovascular health. The natural-derived form of vitamin E,
known as d-alpha tocopherol is the most bioactive and is better absorbed and retained in the body.*

Question 16

Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol):

Answer

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that aids in the absorption of calcium and helps maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D works with calcium to promote bone density. Vitamin D also contributes to the digestive system, bone and the immune system function. There are several forms of vitamin D but the form primarily utilized by the human body is cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) which is a bioavailable form.*

Question 17

Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbyl palmitate):

Answer

Vitamin C is an essential water-soluble vitamin that helps with a range of functions in the body, including a healthy immune system, promoting cardiovascular health, and providing antioxidant defense. It is also needed to make collagen, a substance that strengthens many parts of the body, such as muscles and blood vessels. Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C, which is better absorbed than ascorbic acid, the water-soluble form.*

Question 18

Folate as Vitamin B9 (as L-methylfolate,calcium, 5-MTHF):

Answer

Folate is an essential water-soluble B vitamin. Folate is essential for cell replication and growth assisting in the normal utilization of amino acids and proteins, as well as supporting formation of building blocks of DNA and RNA, which is necessary for all body functions. Folic acid must be converted to its active forms to be used by the body. Furthermore, up to 40-percent of the U.S. population may have a genetic enzyme defect that makes it difficult for them to convert folic acid into active 5-MTHF. *

Question 19

Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin):

Answer

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble B vitamin. Vitamin B12 is essential for metabolism of fats and carbohydrates and the synthesis of proteins. It is essential that vegetarians consume
a vitamin B12 supplement to maintain optimal health. Vitamin B12, when ingested, is stored in the liver and other tissues for later use. Most vitamin B12 supplements contain
cyanocobalamin, however the liver must first “detoxify” the cyanide molecule to form methylcobalamin from the cyanocobalamin. Methylcobalamin is already in the bioactive,
tissue-ready form. Methylcobalamin is the most bioavailable form that is used most efficiently by the body.*

Question 20

Biotin (as d-biotin):

Answer

Biotin is an essential water-soluble B vitamin that assists in metabolism of fatty acids and utilization of B vitamins. It is important in energy producing steps during metabolism in the
cells of the body. d-Biotin is the naturally occurring and biologically active form of Biotin; among 8 different isomers, only d-biotin has vitamin activity.*

Question 21

Vitamin B6 (as pryridoxine hydrochloride and pyridoxal 5-phosphate):

Answer

Vitamin B6 is necessary for the transformation and utilization of amino acids for many functions in the body, including energy production and neurotransmitter synthesis. Pryridoxine must first be converted to pyridoxal 5-phosphate to be utilized by the body, a process that takes place in the liver. Individuals with compromised liver function have difficulty making this conversion and consequently may be at risk of a vitamin B6 deficiency. Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate is the most bioactive form of vitamin B6.*

Question 22

Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate):

Answer

Panthothenic acid is a water-soluble vitamin that is a precursor in the synthesis of coenzyme A, which is essential to many biochemical reactions that sustain life and play a role in the breakdown of fats and carbohydrates for energy. d-Calcium panthothenate is a salt that allows for better absorption than pantothenic acid in the digestive tract.*

Question 23

Stearic Acid:

Answer

Stearic acid is a fatty acid that helps machinery run smoothly during the tableting process. Stearic acid also allows the tablet to be compressed harder.

Question 24

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose:

Answer

Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a water-soluble cellulose that improves a tablets compressibility.

Question 25

Vitamin A (as beta carotene and retinyl palmitate):

Answer

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in skeletal development, healthy vision, immune function, and healthy skin. A beneficial combination of two sources of vitamin A are: retinyl palmitate—a bioavailable form that is more easily absorbed by the body, and beta-carotene—a carotenoid that is converted in the body to retinyl. By using these two sources your body quickly absorbs retinyl palmitate and only converts the amount of beta-carotene needed to ensure your body gets optimal levels of vitamin A.*

Question 26

Thiamine as Vitamin B1 (as thiamine mononitrate):

Answer

Thiamine is an essential water-soluble vitamin. Every cell of the body requires vitamin B1 to form adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which is what your body uses for energy, the metabolism
of carbohydrates, proteins and fats and normal muscle function, including the heart muscle. Thiamin is also required for a healthy nervous system and assists in the production of the
neurotransmitter acetylcholine and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and needed for good brain function. Thiamine mononitrate has bio-identical benefits.*

Question 27

Riboflavin as Vitamin B2 (as riboflavin 5-phosphate):

Answer

Riboflavin is a water-soluble vitamin that is an important cofactor for the formation of other B-Vitamins. Riboflavin helps in the release of energy from foods. It supports both the nervous system and normal growth. Riboflavin is in the free form, and must be converted to its active form – riboflavin 5-phosphate – to be utilized by the body. Riboflavin-5-phosphate sodium is considered the most bioactive form of vitamin B2.*

Question 28

Niacin as Vitamin B3, (as niacinamide):

Answer

Niacin is a water-soluble vitamin that is necessary for many aspects of health and growth. Niacin supports proper circulation, healthy skin, nervous system, and digestion. Niacinamide is a non-flushing form of vitamin B3.*

Question 29

Malic Acid:

Answer

Malic acid can be found naturally in many fruits like apples, cherries, pears, and strawberries. It is used as a flavor enhancer.

Question 30

Beet Powder:

Answer

Beet powder is derived from the red or purple root vegetable known as the beet root or garden beet. Plexus uses Non-GMO beet powder which provides natural color.*

Question 31

Natural Flavors:

Answer

The natural flavors are made up of natural aromatics with the biggest percentage coming from orange oil.

Question 32

Rice Extract Blend:

Answer

The rice extract blend contains rice extract, rice hulls, gum Arabic, and sunflower oil. It aids in the manufacturing process by improving powder flow and tableting accuracy.

Question 33

Citric Acid:

Answer

Citric acid can be found naturally in citrus fruits such as lemons and oranges. It is used to enhance the flavor of foods and beverages. Plexus citric acid is Non-GMO.

Question 34

Erythritol:

Answer

Erythritol is a sugar alcohol that is 60-70% as sweet as sugar. It does not affect blood sugar levels and has low caloric content making it a popular sweetener substitute. Erythritol can be found in plants, fruits, vegetables, and fermented foods.

Question 35

Xylitol:

Answer

Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that is commonly used as a sugar substitute as it has a very low glycemic index with little to no aftertaste. Xylitol can be found in plants, fruits, vegetables, and fermented foods.

Question 36

BIFIDOBACTERIUM:

Answer

Bifidobacterium is one of the best-studied probiotics. Bifidobacterium attaches to the cells of the intestine and help protects the physical lining of your intestine against damage from bad
microbes. Bifidobacterium also helps produce important vitamins like vitamins B12, biotin and K. When you were born, Bifidobacterium made up 95% of your intestinal bacteria and helps promote gut microbiome health. Bifiidobacteria are broadly recognized for their
key role in the gut microbiome throughout life. It is a highly studied strains of the Bifidobacterium to promote balance in the intestinal tract and benefits health.*
Bifidobacterium lactis Bi-07 (Natural) is a very powerful probiotic that has been demonstrated in over 36 scientific studies to help improve digestion and enhance immune system response. In a human clinical study, B. lactis Bi-07 has been shown to help
reduce bloating, improve intestinal regularity and provide relief for gastrointestinal problems.*

Question 37

LACTOBACILLUS:

Answer

Lactobacillus is a ‘friendly’ microbe that lives in our digestive system. Lactobacillus produce lactic acid which helps make your digestive system less hospitable for undesirable microbes.
Lactobacillus helps improve the digestion of foods and also help support a healthy immune system. Lactobacillus stimulates powerful defense cells like natural killer cells to help counter
unhealthy invaders. The following highly studied strains of Lactobacillus to deliver a number of health benefits.*
Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG ATCC 53103 is a strain of L. rhamnosus that was isolated in 1983 and is the world’s most studied probiotic bacterium with more than 800 scientific
studies. It is acid- and bile-stable, has a great avidity for human intestinal mucosal cells, and produces lactic acid. It delivers demonstrated digestive and immune benefits for people of all
ages. It delivers clinically demonstrated digestive and immune benefits for people of all ages.*
Lactobacillus acidophilus NCFM is one of the most highly studied probiotic strains that are supported by over 100 scientific studies, including 50 human clinical studies. L. acidophilus NCFM survives the journey through the gastrointestinal tract and helps crowd out bad microbes while producing compounds that overpower bad microbes to help improve gut health and maintain the balance of healthy microbiota.*

Question 38

Vitamin K – (as phytonadione [K1] and menaquinone-7 [K2]):

Answer

Vitamin K is an essential fat-soluble vitamin. There are several forms of vitamin K – vitamin K1 is present in green leafy vegetables; Vitamin K2 is a more bioavailable form of vitamin K,
that is often missing from western diets. Vitamin K2 is naturally derived and comes directly from the fermentation of Bacillus subtillus natto.*

Question 39

Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol):

Answer

Vitamin E is an essential fat-soluble vitamin that is a powerful immune-boosting antioxidant, and is known to promote cardiovascular health. The natural-derived form of vitamin E,
known as d-alpha tocopherol is the most bioactive and is better absorbed and retained in the body.*

Question 40

Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol):

Answer

Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin that aids in the absorption of calcium and helps maintain normal blood levels of calcium and phosphorus. Vitamin D works with calcium to promote bone density. Vitamin D also contributes to the digestive system, bone and the immune system function. There are several forms of vitamin D but the form primarily utilized by the human body is cholecalciferol (vitamin D3) which is a bioavailable form.*

Question 41

Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbyl palmitate):

Answer

Vitamin C is an essential water-soluble vitamin that helps with a range of functions in the body, including a healthy immune system, promoting cardiovascular health, and providing antioxidant defense. It is also needed to make collagen, a substance that strengthens many parts of the body, such as muscles and blood vessels. Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat-soluble form of vitamin C, which is better absorbed than ascorbic acid, the water-soluble form.*

Question 42

Folate as Vitamin B9 (as L-methylfolate,calcium, 5-MTHF):

Answer

Folate is an essential water-soluble B vitamin. Folate is essential for cell replication and growth assisting in the normal utilization of amino acids and proteins, as well as supporting formation of building blocks of DNA and RNA, which is necessary for all body functions. Folic acid must be converted to its active forms to be used by the body. Furthermore, up to 40-percent of the U.S. population may have a genetic enzyme defect that makes it difficult for them to convert folic acid into active 5-MTHF. *

Question 43

Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin):

Answer

Vitamin B12 is a water-soluble B vitamin. Vitamin B12 is essential for metabolism of fats and carbohydrates and the synthesis of proteins. It is essential that vegetarians consume
a vitamin B12 supplement to maintain optimal health. Vitamin B12, when ingested, is stored in the liver and other tissues for later use. Most vitamin B12 supplements contain
cyanocobalamin, however the liver must first “detoxify” the cyanide molecule to form methylcobalamin from the cyanocobalamin. Methylcobalamin is already in the bioactive,
tissue-ready form. Methylcobalamin is the most bioavailable form that is used most efficiently by the body.*

Question 44

Biotin (as d-biotin):

Answer

Biotin is an essential water-soluble B vitamin that assists in metabolism of fatty acids and utilization of B vitamins. It is important in energy producing steps during metabolism in the
cells of the body. d-Biotin is the naturally occurring and biologically active form of Biotin; among 8 different isomers, only d-biotin has vitamin activity.*

Question 45

Vitamin B6 (as pryridoxine hydrochloride and pyridoxal 5-phosphate):

Answer

Vitamin B6 is necessary for the transformation and utilization of amino acids for many functions in the body, including energy production and neurotransmitter synthesis. Pryridoxine must first be converted to pyridoxal 5-phosphate to be utilized by the body, a process that takes place in the liver. Individuals with compromised liver function have difficulty making this conversion and consequently may be at risk of a vitamin B6 deficiency. Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate is the most bioactive form of vitamin B6.*

Question 46

Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate):

Answer

Panthothenic acid is a water-soluble vitamin that is a precursor in the synthesis of coenzyme A, which is essential to many biochemical reactions that sustain life and play a role in the breakdown of fats and carbohydrates for energy. d-Calcium panthothenate is a salt that allows for better absorption than pantothenic acid in the digestive tract.*

Question 47

Stearic Acid:

Answer

Stearic acid is a fatty acid that helps machinery run smoothly during the tableting process. Stearic acid also allows the tablet to be compressed harder.

Question 48

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose:

Answer

Hydroxypropyl cellulose is a water-soluble cellulose that improves a tablets compressibility.

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Vitamin A (as beta carotene and retinyl palmitate):

Thiamine as Vitamin B1 (as thiamine mononitrate):

Riboflavin as Vitamin B2 (as riboflavin 5-phosphate):

Niacin as Vitamin B3, (as niacinamide):

Malic Acid:

Beet Powder:

Natural Flavors:

Rice Extract Blend:

Citric Acid:

Erythritol:

Xylitol:

BIFIDOBACTERIUM:

LACTOBACILLUS:

Vitamin K – (as phytonadione [K1] and menaquinone-7 [K2]):

Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol):

Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol):

Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbyl palmitate):

Folate as Vitamin B9 (as L-methylfolate,calcium, 5-MTHF):

Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin):

Biotin (as d-biotin):

Vitamin B6 (as pryridoxine hydrochloride and pyridoxal 5-phosphate):

Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate):

Stearic Acid:

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose:

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Vitamin A (as beta carotene and retinyl palmitate):

Thiamine as Vitamin B1 (as thiamine mononitrate):

Riboflavin as Vitamin B2 (as riboflavin 5-phosphate):

Niacin as Vitamin B3, (as niacinamide):

Malic Acid:

Beet Powder:

Natural Flavors:

Rice Extract Blend:

Citric Acid:

Erythritol:

Xylitol:

BIFIDOBACTERIUM:

LACTOBACILLUS:

Vitamin K – (as phytonadione [K1] and menaquinone-7 [K2]):

Vitamin E (as d-alpha tocopherol):

Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol):

Vitamin C (as ascorbic acid and ascorbyl palmitate):

Folate as Vitamin B9 (as L-methylfolate,calcium, 5-MTHF):

Vitamin B12 (as Methylcobalamin):

Biotin (as d-biotin):

Vitamin B6 (as pryridoxine hydrochloride and pyridoxal 5-phosphate):

Pantothenic acid (as d-calcium pantothenate):

Stearic Acid:

Hydroxypropyl Cellulose:

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