Protandim
Protandim (pronounced pro-tan-dim) is a dietary supplement that is marketed by LifeVantage Corporation. It is a patented blend of five herbal ingredients and is claimed to increase the body's natural antioxidant defenses.
Etymology
The term "Protandim" is a portmanteau of the words "protean" and "tandem", signifying the product's aim to work in multiple ways and in conjunction with the body's natural processes.
Ingredients
Protandim consists of five main ingredients: Milk Thistle, Bacopa Extract, Ashwagandha, Green Tea Extract, and Turmeric Extract. Each of these ingredients has been used in traditional medicine and have various health benefits.
Claims
LifeVantage Corporation claims that Protandim can reduce oxidative stress by increasing the body's production of antioxidants. However, these claims have been met with skepticism by the medical community, and further research is needed to substantiate them.
Controversy
The marketing of Protandim has been controversial due to the lack of robust clinical evidence supporting the product's health claims. In 2017, the company was warned by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for making unapproved drug claims about Protandim.
See also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Protandim
- Wikipedia's article - Protandim
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