The definition of synthetic: Nutrients that are made artificially in a lab using an industrial process.
An orchestrated and well lead campaign from the pharmaceutical industry has made us believe that taking synthesised nutritional supplements is the same as obtaining those from whole food sources. Although there are some positive points for synthesised supplements under certain circumstances, some experts actually consider that consumption of synthesised vitamins may have a harmful long-term effect since their molecular structure may vary and other synergistic components, naturally occurring in whole foods, are lacking in the artificial versions.
The vast majority of multivitamin supplements in the market nowadays are made artificially. All the major commercial brands carry artificial multivitamins. Here some of the disadvantages of consuming those: Unnecessary exposure to excipients, preservatives, solvents and dyes. Oils such as Omega-3 and vitamin D & E could be rancid due to air exposure during the manufacturing process. Lack of synergistic co-factors that enhance bioavailability and absorption. A suggested solution is to get the necessary vitamins from whole food sourced supplements that have been naturally processed into a delivery form (i.e. liquid or powder).
ULTANA Phytoplankton provides a broad spectrum of essential vitamins, including vitamin C, E and the B group – B1, B2, B6, B8, B9 and most importantly B12.
Historically it has been difficult to find B12 in a plant base wholefood form that is suitable for vegans and vegetarians. Ultana also contains high Omega-3 EPA and over 20 essential minerals and high doses of anti-oxidants, all packed in nature’s form of microencapsulation.