Metagenics, Inc.

Jeffrey J Katke

Kim Carleton Krumhar

Stephen M Paul

A nutritional supplement for use in managing carbohydrates and enhancing anabolism in mammals is described. The nutritional supplement contains regulated amounts of niacin, chromium, and vanadium, and optionally thiamin, riboflavin, magnesium, and zinc. These vitamins and minerals mimic and/or enhance the physiological effects of insulin in the body. A method of using the composition is also described.

Composition and method for improved carbohydrate management in mammals

A composition for promoting gastrointestinal health contains an effective amount of a beneficial human intestinal microorganism and an effective amount of dietary fiber. Preferably, the dietary fiber is a member selected from the group consisting of pentosans, &bgr;-glucans, pectins and pectic polysaccharides, mannans, arabinans and galactans, fructo-oligosaccharides, and mixtures thereof. The bacteria- and fiber-containing composition can optionally contain one or more of an immunoglobulin composition containing concentrated immunologically active immunoglobulins, components of a non-immune defense system, an iron-sequestering molecule, and gluconic acid. Preferred beneficial human intestinal microorganisms include lactobacilli and bifidobacteria. Methods of use are also described.

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San Clemente, CA, United States of America

Jeffrey J Katke