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Pure L-Proline
Proline is an amino
acid that is essential for the production of collagen and cartilage
and is necessary for healthy skin, joints and tendons.
Each capsule contains:
500 mg of the highest quality, pure
L-Proline.
DIRECTIONS: Take 1-3 capsules daily
on an empty stomach with a full glass of water or fruit juice. Do
not take with dairy products. Take with Vitamin C, (Pure C Plus) as
well as a B complex (B-Complete or B-Long) for proper metabolism.
Vita-Minz Plus is also a good option.
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JOINT CARE: Montiff
Joint-Eez is recommended along with Pure L-Proline for optimal
results.
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SKIN CARE: Montiff
Super EFA Plus, All-Basic Amino Acid Formula, and Super
Antioxidant are also recommended for maintaining good skin and
protecting against free radical damage.
RECOMMENDED TO ENHANCE STRUCTURE &
FUNCTION RELATING TO NUTRITIONAL NEEDS AND DEFICIENCIES PERTAINING
TO:
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Functioning as a precursor
to Hydroxyproline
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Production of collagen,
cartilage and connective tissue
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Joint and tendon health
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Tissue repair and wound
healing
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Maintenance of healthy
skin and prevention of aging in skin tissue
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Supporting DNA synthesis
WHAT IS PROLINE?
Proline is an amino acid found
primarily in meat, and synthesized in the body from Glutamate in the
tricarboxylic acid cycle, and Ornithine in the urea cycle. It is the
precursor to hydroxyproline, which is essential in collagen
production. This is necessary for tissue repair and wound healing.
It is also important for joint and tendon health as well as
strengthening the heart muscle. Collagen is also a component of skin
and it improves skin tissue as well as helping to prevent loss of
collagen, which happens in the aging process. Proline also
stimulates DNA and protein synthesis, and especially hepatic protein
synthesis.
PROLINE AND JOINT HEALTH:
Proline is the amino acids necessary
for the production of collagen and cartilage for healthy joints,
ligaments and tendons. Joints are complicated structures that
connect bones to allow for movement. There are different types of
joints, including hinge, ball-and-socket, saddle and pivot joints.
They are bound on the outside by fibrous bands, called ligaments.
Each ligament contains fibrous tissue of collagen, in a capsule,
which surrounds the joint. The lining of the capsule is a thin
membrane called the synovium that continuously produces a small
amount of fluid for lubrication. Cartilage is a smooth, flexible
tissue that covers the surface where the bones meet, and acts as a
shock absorber and reduces friction. Osteoarthritis, is caused by
wear and tear on the joints, as well as possible free radical
damage, and generally is associated with aging. While heredity and
obesity effect the incidence of Osteoarthritis, it may also develop
due to overuse or injury to the joints. The articular cartilage,
which is the smooth lining of the joint, begins to deteriorate, and
may eventually affect the bone. Without sufficient cartilage,
movement of the joint becomes restricted and painful. Swelling,
stiffness and pain are symptoms of this often-debilitating
condition, which affects the joints of the hips, knees, and spine.
L-Proline is included in Montiff Joint-Eez to assist with collagen
and cartilage repair; however additional Proline may be indicated
for severely damaged joints.
PROLINE AND SKIN:
Skin is the largest organ of the body,
and Proline and Hydroxyproline make collagen, which is a component
of skin tissue. Younger skin is thicker and has more elasticity than
older skin. Aged skin is thinner and the decrease in collagen
creates changes including less fibrous and elastic elements. Older
skin is less subtle and smooth. Aging, combined with the effects of
sun and free radical damage, results in older looking, wrinkled
skin. Proline, along with other amino acids such as Glycine, help
create new cell formation and can contribute to maintaining younger
looking skin. Lubrication is also important, such as drinking
sufficient water and including essential fatty acids in the diet.
Montiff Super EFA Plus with borage oil, rich in essential fatty
acids, can have beneficial results on the texture and health of
skin.
ADDITIONAL PROPERTIES OF PROLINE:
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Proline is necessary to
support DNA and protein synthesis, and low levels may impair
proper protein synthesis.
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Low Proline levels can
lead to a decrease in the number of hepatic polyribosomes.
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Proline is important for
wound healing, and decreases in protein synthesis have been noted
in burn and traumatized patients.
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Decreases in serum Proline
levels have been noted in prolonged endurance runners and others
following prolonged exercise.
BENEFITS OF MONTIFF PURE L-PROLINE:
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Montiff supplies the
highest quality, pure L-Proline available.
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Desiccant pads are
included to insure optimal freshness.
REFERENCES:
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Cynober, Luc (edited by),
Amino Acid Metabolism and Therapy in Health & Nutritional Disease,
1995.
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Di Pasquale, M, Amino
Acids and Proteins for the Athlete, the Anabolic Edge, 1997.
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Latifi, Rifat, M.D., Amino
Acids in Critical Care and Cancer, 1994.
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Jaksi,T., Wagner, D.A.,
and Young, V.R. "Proline Metabolism in Adult Male Burn Patients
and Healthy Control Subjects", Am. J. Clinical Nutrition, 1991.
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Huq F., Thompson M, Ruell,
P., "Changes in Serum Amino Acid Concentrations During Prolonged
Endurance Running, J. Physiol., 1993.
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Hiramatsu, T., Cortiell,
J., Marchini, J.S. Chapman, T., Young, V.R., " Plasma Protein and
Leucine Kinetics: Response to 4 Weeks With Proline-Free Diets in
Young Adults", Am. J. Clinical Nutrition, 1994.
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Balch, J. M.D., Balch, P.,
C.N.C., Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 1997.
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