P.M.T. Support Formula^™
Balanced support for women experiencing premenstrual tension



DESCRIPTION
P.M.T. Support Formula™ provided by Douglas Laboratories is a synergistic and comprehensive combination of vitamins, minerals, herbals, and other nutrients carefully formulated and specifically designed to support a woman experiencing premenstrual tension.

FUNCTIONS
Studies show that a high percentage of adults in North America and other developed countries eat less than the minimum daily allowance of 10 or more essential nutrients. Adequate amounts and proper balance of these nutrients are needed not only for maintaining good health, but also for the dietary management of the body’s structure as well as the optimum functioning of its various systems, including the hormonal and neuromuscular systems. P.M.T. Support Formula™ has been carefully developed to contain the right proportions of vitamins, minerals, trace elements, and other nutrients without danger of toxic build-up or other side effects. Each ingredient is selected in consideration of its absorbability, competitive relationship with other nutrients, allergenic potential, and long-term safety. Certain nutrients such as beta-carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E and B-complex vitamins are included in high-potency amounts because of the vital roles they play in antioxidant protection, energy production and the maintenance of healthy blood cells, the nervous system, hormonal balance, and more. Minerals and trace elements are provided in their safest and most bioavailable forms.

P.M.T. Support Formula™ contains not only the base formula of Douglas Laboratories' Ultra-Specific Nutrition 2000 Series™ that offers intensive support for the healthy functioning of the body in general, but also a blend of herbs and additional nutrients specifically formulated to offer additional support of the body’s response to the stresses imposed by menstruation.

Premenstrual tension (PMT), also called premenstrual syndrome, is a condition that affects many menstruating women one to two weeks before they begin menstruation. Symptoms may include abdominal bloating, cramping, breast tenderness and swelling, fatigue, irritability, anxiety, headache, and more.

Research suggests that nutrition may play a major role in the development of PMT, as symptom free women appear to have a higher nutritional status than sufferers. P.M.T. Support Formula™ corrects the suggested nutritional imbalances of sufferers as well as improves their overall nutritional status.

The herbs in P.M.T. Support Formula™ may also improve sufferers' symptomology. Uva -Ursi, juniper berries, and Buchu can help reduce bloating, while black haw (Viburnum pruifolium) can act as a uterine relaxant and reduce menstrual cramping.

INDICATIONS
P.M.T. Support Formula™ tablets may be a useful dietary supplement for those who wish to reduce their discomfort through premenstruation..

FORMULA (#4548)
Four Tablets Contain:

500 mg Proprietary Blend of:
Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum), Raw Ovarian Concentrate, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus bifidus, Echinacea angustifolia, Uva-Ursi, Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Unicorn Root (Aletris farinosa), Buchu, Juniper Berries, Black Haw, N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine/L-Cysteine HCl, L-Methionine, Betaine HCl/Glutamic Acid HCl and Bromelain (minimum 200 m.c.u.)

Beta-Carotene (Vitamin A Activity)...................... 15,000 I.U.
Vitamin A Palmitate,Water Dispersible)................. 5,000 I.U.
Vitamin D-3............................................................ 50 I.U.
Vitamin E (Succinate)............................................ 200 I.U.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid).................................... 1,000 mg
Vitamin B-1 (Thiamin HCl)....................................... 50 mg
Vitamin B-2 (Riboflavin)........................................... 25 mg
Niacin.................................................................... 20 mg
Niacinamide.......................................................... 100 mg
Pantothenic Acid(as d-Calcium Pantothenate)........... 150 mg
Vitamin B-6............................................................ 75 mg
(as Pyridoxine HCl/Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Complex)
Vitamin B-12 (on Ion Exchange Resin).................... 100 mcg
Folic Acid............................................................ 800 mcg
Biotin.................................................................. 300 mcg
Choline(from Choline Citrate/Bitartrate).................... 20 mg
Inositol.................................................................. 25 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex................................... 100 mg
PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid)............................... 50 mg
Calcium (Citrate/Ascorbate Complex)...................... 300 mg
Magnesium........................................................... 400 mg
(Aspartate/Ascorbate Complex)
Potassium
(Aspartate Complex)............................................... 75 mg
Zinc (Aspartate Complex)........................................ 20 mg
Copper (Amino Acid Complex)................................... 2 mg
Manganese (Aspartate Complex)............................. 15 mg
Chromium GTF................................................... 200 mcg
(Organically bound with GTF activity-low allergenicity)
Selenium........................................................... 200 mcg
(Organic Selenium in Krebs^† Cycle and Kelp)
Molybdenum (Krebs^†).......................................... 50.. mcg
Vanadium (Krebs^†).............................................. 25.. mcg
Boron (Aspartate/Citrate Complex)............................. 1 mg
Trace Elements (Sea Vegetation).......................... 100 mcg
†Krebs=Citrate, Fumarate, Malate, Glutarate and Succinate Complex
 

SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 4 tablets daily with meals or as directed by physician.

SIDE EFFECTS
No adverse effects have been reported.

STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.

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