In order to maintain a "healthy" active lifestyle, it is important to have the right amount of nutrients to; support optimal energy help reduce the effects of exercise stress provide antioxidants (to combat free radicals and toxins produced during exercise) Intra for energy! Intra contains ingredients that fully support the Energy System. Without these essential nutrients, the body could not reach optimal levels of activity. German Chamomile, Ginger root, Bee Pollen, Chinese Pearl Barley are some of the ingredients in Intra that promote energy. Intra for physical stress! Adaptogens; Normalize and raise an individual's resistance to all forms of stresses in the body (including the physical stress associated with exercise). Intra contains the following adaptogens; Siberian Ginseng A Classical Adaptogenic Herb Siberian ginseng has been extensively researched by the Russians and at one time it was popular among workers and athletes in that country to improve performance, endurance, as well as preventing sickness in the workplace. Siberian ginseng has been scientifically shown to increase energy, stamina, and help the body resist viral infections and environmental toxins. Reishi Mushroom In the Orient, Reishi is considered a Fu Zhen herb (immune modulation). Reishi has various applications including acting as an adaptogen in helping the body fight the effects of all forms of stress.

Intra for antioxidants! Antioxidant supplements have been shown to be effective in reducing delayed onset muscle soreness and improving exercise recovery. Juniper Berry, Licorice, Rose Hip, Schisandra berry, and Passion flower contain antioxidants such as Vitamin C and flavonoids that destroy free radicals and toxins caused by exercise. How much Intra do I need to support my active lifestyle? * Level of Activity Per Week Suggested Dose of intra Low level Under 3 days per week for at least 30 minutes of continuous activity BASIC USAGE 28 - 59 ml (1 - 2 fluid ounces) per day Moderate level of activity 3 - 5 days per week for at east 30 minutes of continuous activity MODERATE USAGE 89 ml - 118 ml (3 - 4 fluid ounces) per day High level of activity 5 or more days per week for at least 30 minutes of continuous activity HIGH USAGE 148 ml - 177 ml (5 - 6 fluid ounces) per day * Based upon the American College of Sports Medicine Exercise Guidelines. http://www.acsm.org/health+fitness/index.htm References University of Maryland Medical Center – Siberian Ginseng Monograph http://www.umm.edu/altmed/ConsHerbs/ GinsengSiberianch.html Bucci, L. 2000. Selected Herbals and Human Exercise Performance. AJCN. 72 (suppl); 624S 36S. Kelly, G. 1999. Nutritional and Botanical Interventions to Assist with the Adaptogen of Stress. Alt Med Rev. 4 (4); 249 – 65. Clarkson, et al. 1993. Antioxidants; what role do they play in physical activity & health. AJCN. 72 (2); 637S – 645S.