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Beta-carotene
Properties: Beta-Carotene is transformed into Vitamin A in the body, and is important for immune function.
Sources: apricots, broccoli, carrots and all coloured fruits and vegetables.

Calcium
Properties: it is essential for the development and maintenance of strong healthy bones and teeth. It also helps nerves, muscles (including the heart), and other body systems work properly. Sources: milk and dairy products, including cheese.

Copper
Properties: Copper is a mineral found in very small amounts in all tissues in the body and it is involved as part of enzymes in many processes of the metabolism. Sources: animal flesh (especially liver), oysters, fish, whole grains, nuts, and legumes.

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Ginseng extract G115® (Standardised)
Intensive research has been carried out during the last 30 years to study the quality, clinical effectiveness and safety of the standardised Ginseng extract G115®.

The standardised Ginseng extract G115® positively influences the body against fatigue, mainly as a consequence of an enhanced utilisation of the energy in brain and muscles. Several species and qualities of Ginseng exist. In Pharmaton® Vitality the standardised Panax ginseng, C.A. Meyer extract G115® is used. The manufacturing method of the standardised Ginseng extract G115® is proprietary of Pharmaton SA and grants that every batch of capsules of Pharmaton® Vitality Capsules has the same level of active principles. The pharmacological, clinical effects and the safety of the standardised Ginseng extract G115® can not be attributed to other Ginseng extracts or Ginseng products.Ginseng G115® in Pharmaton® Vitality Capsules

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Iron
Properties: red blood cells need iron to help transport oxygen throughout the body and it is also important for an adequate functioning of the nervous and immune system. Sources: meat, eggs, nuts, cereals and seeds.

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Magnesium
Properties: it is present in nearly all cells of the human body and is needed to build healthy bones and teeth, as well as for a proper functioning of the nervous system and for the regular muscles function, including the function of the heart muscle. Sources: nuts, cereal grains, meat, bananas, green, and leafy vegetables.

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Selenium
Properties: it is necessary for cells protection, thanks to its strong antioxidant properties. It further supports the function of the immune system.
Sources: nuts, eggs, legumes, fish and cereals.

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Vitamin A (Retinol)
Properties: Vitamin A is essential for normal growth and development of the body, especially for healthy bones and teeth, for the proper functioning of the immune system and for normal vision. Sources: liver, milk or egg yolk.

Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Properties: it helps the body cells to convert carbohydrates into energy and is important for the correct functioning of the heart, muscles and nervous system. Sources: potatoes, cereals, whole grain, lean meat, liver, fish, dried beans and peas.

Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
Properties: it is important for the breakdown of carbohydrates, fats and proteins, for the normal release of energy from food. It is essential for growth and helps maintain healthy skin and mucous membranes, the cornea of the eye and nerve function. Sources: meat, eggs, nuts, green leafy vegetables and dairy products.

Vitamin B3 (Niacin, Nicotinamide, Vitamin PP)
Properties: it helps to produce energy for all our body cells from the food we eat. In addition, Vitamin B3 promotes a healthy nervous system and normal mental function. It is needed for the proper function of the circulatory system, and helps to keep the skin and mucous membranes healthy. Sources: dairy products, poultry, fish, lean meats, nuts, and eggs.

Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid)
Properties: It can contribute to energy yielding metabolism and so help to control tiredness and fatigue, as well as supporting normal mental performance. Sources: eggs, fish, milk and dairy products, whole-grain cereals, vegetables of the cabbage family.

Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
Properties: it plays an important role for building red blood cells, muscles and skin tissues, for normal brain development and function, and for growth. Sources: meat, liver, fish, potatoes, dairy products, whole meal products, bananas and yeast.

Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)
Properties: it is crucial for proper brain function and for a healthy brain development. It aids in the production of DNA, the body's genetic material, and is especially important during periods of growth. Folic Acid is necessary for the normal development of the baby in the maternal womb. Sources: beans and green vegetables such as spinach and cabbage, citrus fruits and juices, wheat bran and other whole grains, dark green leafy vegetables, poultry, pork, shellfish, and liver.

Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
Properties: Important for maintaining a healthy immune system, Vitamin B12 can contribute to energy yielding metabolism and so help to control tiredness and fatigue. Sources: eggs, meat, poultry, shellfish, milk and dairy products.

Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
Properties: it supports the immune system and it is needed for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of the body. It is necessary to form collagen, an important protein that forms skin, scar tissue, cartilage, tendons, ligaments, bones, teeth and blood vessels. Vitamin C contributes also to iron absorption from food and it has strong antioxidant properties to protect body cells. Sources: citrus fruits, black currants, parsley, and paprika.

Vitamin D
Properties: the body converts Vitamin D from food sources or is able to produce it upon exposure of the skin to sun ultraviolet light to its active form. It is essential for building and maintaining healthy bones and teeth, because it helps the body maintain correct levels of Calcium and Phosphorus. Sources: cheese, butter, margarine, cream, fortified milk, fish, and fortified cereals.

Vitamin E
Properties: Vitamin E contributes to the protection of cell constituents from oxidative damage. Like Vitamin C, it is an antioxidant. Sources: vegetable oils, nuts, whole grains, and green vegetables.

Vitamin H (Biotin)
Properties: it is necessary for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and amino acids (the building blocks of protein). It supports healthy bone growth, and is often recommended for strengthening hair and nails and for a healthy skin. Sources: egg yolk, liver, bananas, milk, soy and barley.

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Zinc
Properties: it plays an important role in the immune defense system. It is needed for a healthy skin and to build and maintain strong bones. Sources: oysters, liver, meat, fish, seeds and whole grain cereals.

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