Vitacost Mucuna Extract - Standardized -- 334 mg - 60 Capsules

Vitacost Mucuna Extract - Standardized Description

Standardized extract of velvet bean—from the tropical Mucuna pruriens plant—traditionally used in Ayurvedic health practices.

What is Mucuna Extract?

Mucuna Extract is a high-quality, standardized extract of the seeds of the Mucuna pruriens plant—a flowering shrub that grows in tropical regions of South Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.

Mucuna pruriens produces long seed pods with edible black or brown beans (also known as “velvet beans”), used throughout history as food, a coffee substitute and in traditional Ayurvedic health practices. Velvet beans are known to be a natural source of the amino acid “dihydroxyphenylalanine,” or L-dopa.

Mucuna Extract is standardized to provide 50 mg of naturally occurring L-dopa (from 334 mg of velvet bean extract) per single, vegetarian-capsule serving.

Vitacost® Mucuna Extract is a targeted wellness solution - just for you.

Features a high-quality, standardized extract of Mucuna pruriens seeds
Supplies 334 mg of seed extract, standardized to 15% naturally occurring L-dopa, per single-capsule serving
Features vegetarian capsules
Contains 60 servings per bottle
High quality at an exceptional value

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Directions

As a dietary supplement, take 1 capsule daily, or as directed by a healthcare professional.

Keep dry and at room temperature (59°-86°F [15°-30°C]).

Free Of

Milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, crustacean shellfish, fish, soy, gluten, titanium dioxide.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Capsule

Servings per Container: 60

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value

Velvet Bean Extract (Mucuna pruriens) (seed) standardized to 15% phytochemicals (50 mg)	334 mg	*

*Daily value not established.

Other Ingredients: Rice flour, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and vegetable magnesium stearate.

Warnings

Pregnant or lactating women, women trying to conceive, those with diabetes, hypoglycemics and people with known medical conditions and/or taking drugs (including MAO inhibitors and anticoagulants) should consult with a licensed physician and/or pharmacist prior to taking this supplement. Keep out of reach of children.

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Potential Risks of Dietary Supplements That Everyone Should be Aware of

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]While the majority of dietary supplements, such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids, play positive roles in promoting people’s health, there are potential risks associated with certain supplements that people should be aware of. It’s most likely that you’d run into issues when taking supplements if you consume high amounts, if you mix supplements with prescription drugs, or if you take a bunch of different supplements together. Let’s look at potential reactions people can experience when taking certain types of supplements, plus tips for supplementing safely.

Risks of dietary supplements to know

First and foremost, understand that supplements are not treated the same way as prescription drugs in countries such as the U.S, meaning that organizations including the FDA do not necessarily review supplements’ safety and effectiveness before they are sold to customers. This means that as a supplement buyer you want to be choosy and to always do your research, rather than simply purchasing inexpensive supplements (which can be interior in terms of quality and may contain fillers). Some supplements, including many herbs, have the potential to interact with each other and with prescriptions, especially if taken in excess. Some types that pose the greatest risk for interactions include:

John’s Wort, which can possibly interact with antidepressants, anti-anxiety medication, statins, the blood-thinning drug warfarin, or birth control pills/oral contraceptives
Calcium, which can change how some blood pressure/cholesterol medications work
Ginko, ginseng, vitamin E, garlic capsules and fish oil, which can all interact with the drug warfarin

Even among those who don’t make daily medications, these supplements can cause side effects:

Soy isolates, which can impact hormone levels, especially estrogen, in both sexes
Yohimbe, which may cause sexual changes and chest pains
Kava, an herb used for its calming effects that may also impact liver function
Caffeine-containing supplements, which can cause anxiety and sleep issues
“Performance enhancing” supplements such as creatine, and weight loss supplements containing guarana and phenolphthalein
And other herbs such as coltsfoot, bitter orange, chaparral, and andro, which are capable of causing a range of side effects

Certain vitamins and minerals should not be taken in higher than recommended dosages, especially “fat soluble vitamins” which stay in your body longer. These types include:

Vitamin A, which can impact pregnancy outcomes in pregnant women and possibly also cause bone or liver damage
Other fat soluble vitamins including vitamins K, D and E (your body can’t flush out excess amounts easily compared to water soluble vitamins)
Calcium, which can have effects on the heart and arteries
Magnesium, which might have laxative effects
Iron, which can be constipating
Fish oil, which can cause “fish burps”; note: fish oil should always be free of PCBs and other contaminants, which isn’t always the case depending on the brand
Many other minerals such as zinc and copper also impact absorption of other minerals, so it’s best not to overdo it with any one type

How to avoid supplement side effects

Do your research

Read up on which supplements to avoid if you take prescription medications. You can also ask your doctor about potential interactions so you know which types of products not to mix. In fact, it’s generally a good idea to ask your healthcare provider about new supplements you’re considering taking.

Always buy supplements from a reputable manufacturer

Ideally look for those that provide third party lab reports about the quality of their products to ensure there are no contaminants or impurities present. Read reviews from other customers, and always review the ingredient list carefully to make sure you understand what you’re consuming.

Read dosage recommendations carefully and stick to them.

Be sure to fully read labels before taking a product, and talk to your healthcare provider about the best dosage amounts for your particular needs.

Know when the best time to take different supplements is

Here are some tips for getting the most from the supplements you take and limiting side effects like indigestion:

B vitamins work best when taken together, and can be taken with or without a meal. But if supplements make you nauseous when taken alone, try pairing them with food.
Fat-soluble nutrients like vitamins A, D, K and E shouldn’t be taken on empty stomach, which can cause nausea and interfere with absorption.
Don’t take high doses of minerals with other minerals, or you won’t be able to absorb them well.

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