[Robboe]

VIGOR™ FAQ

Q. What exactly is a free radical and why should I care?

A. Free radicals are molecules with unpaired electrons. Because of this structure, they are very unstable and so seek out other molecules with which they can combine to develop some sort of stability. It is when the radicals find their targets and collide that the majority of the damage is done.

Q. What damage?

A. Anything from aging, to atherosclerosis, to cancer, to recovery and growth inhibition and much more equally harmful stuff.

Q. What causes free radicals?

A. As stated in the product write-up, “There are numerous origins of free radical formation including pollution in the air, drug use, chemicals in the food and drink we consume, pesticides and contaminants on crops and even exercise (as waste products of cellular respiration).”

Q. Will I notice a difference straight away when I use VIGOR™?

A. It is not something you will “feel” per se, but if you currently don’t consume enough fruit and vegetables (which most people simply don’t), then over time you will notice a mildly reduced recovery time and even a mild increase in the rate of gains. Health-wise you will feel like a million dollars.

Q. Where can I buy the product?

A. Check our retailers section.

Q. How many servings per bottle?

A. Based on a two capsules per day usage, each bottle, containing 60 capsules, would last 30 days.

Q. Should I cycle VIGOR™?

A. Normally for Designer Supplements or Designer Stackables products we recommend you cycle all supplements except for multivitamins and minerals, protein powder and anti-oxidants. Given that VIGOR™ caters for the anti-oxidant aspect, it can and should be run year-round.

Q. The label says “ORAC” and “µmolesTE”. What do these terms mean?

A. ORAC stands for Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity, which, in layman’s, measures the anti-oxidant activity of a substance or compound. Generally speaking, the higher the ORAC value the better.

“µmolesTE” is shorthand for micromoles/trolox equivalents. Without making it too confusing, it’s basically a method of standardizing ORAC.

Q. So is 5800 ORAC µmolesTE good?

A. The USDA recommends the average adult gets about 3000-5000 ORAC units per day, so yeah, it is pretty superb.

Q. I already consume fruit with breakfast and vegetables with my evening meal, so do I still need VIGOR™?

A. Absolutely. While you have a good base, those portions alone will not be enough to supply you with enough ORAC units.

Q. What dose of VIGOR™ do you recommend for me?

A. At least two caps per day, even if you do consume 2-3 portions of fruit and vegetables per day already. Space them out over breakfast and post-workout if you like.

Q. Why post-workout?

A. Because after a strenuous workout, oxidative stress is often at its worst due to the increased cellular respiration from training. At this time, the body can either begin the recuperation phases of recovery that eventually lead to growth and strength, or further tissue damage can occur if the body is not prepared for the attack. Using VIGOR™ at this time helps prime your cells towards recovery and growth.

Q. Is VIGOR™ ok for vegetarians?

A. Yes. But vegans must beware that the capsules are gelatin-based.

Q. There is a warning in the write-up about using VIGOR™ with stimulants. What does this mean?

A. Your body has a means of metabolizing drugs and toxins, through a collection of various enzymes. Certain extracts present in VIGOR™ can inhibit these enzymes, thereby delaying the rate at which your body can process compounds like stimulants etc. The extract content of VIGOR™ is not hugely significant to cause any major issue, but those more sensitive to stimulants and such may feel slightly more uncomfortable combining the two. If you give it 90 minutes or so after taking VIGOR™, the use of stimulants will be fine.

Q. What about any particular health conditions?

A. Always check with your doctor before using any supplements.

Full Write-up in PDF format is attached.

[natedogg]

So this basically gives you the same benefits as actually eating the fruits and vegetables right? I usually get in 2 to 3 servings per day.

Nevermind, just noticed the pdf. Very cool. I've been looking for something like this given the fact that I know I'm not eating enough fruits and vegetables every day.

[Nullifidian]

Looks good.

Quick question though, what is the ORAC rating on Glucophase XR? I know KR-ALA is an outstanding anti-oxidant.

[drunk]

What's the MSRP going to be?

[Reggin]

What is your opinion on the role of anti-oxidants and Exercise Induced Oxidative Muscle Damage (EIOMD)? I know for Beverly's Antioxidant Compound, their primary selling point is that anti-oxidants taken PWO could actually lead to increased gains due to the body not having to concentrate on combating free radicals.

http://www.beverlyintl.com/antioxidant-compound.html

I tried to find information on it a couple of months ago, but I couldn't find anything special. Perhaps you guys know more about it.

Anyways, excellent looking product. What's the MSRP?

[ersatz]

Looks like a decent anti-ox product that should be easily affordable. I'd like to see some Idebenone or GliSODin or even some GTE (EGCG) for a complete anti-ox formula but the ones in Vigor should suffice. I'll pass on this product as I take more than enough aox products. but others should definitely give it a shot.

[Robboe]

Originally Posted by Nullifidian

Looks good.

Quick question though, what is the ORAC rating on Glucophase XR? I know KR-ALA is an outstanding anti-oxidant.

Good Q. I dunno, and i've been googling for about 40 minutes without any success.

[Robboe]

Originally Posted by drunk

What's the MSRP going to be?

$34.99, so i'm guessing it will retail around $20-25.

[Scrap]

Any idea as to when this will make it to retailers? I'm definitely interested in this one.

[Robboe]

It reaches us today i believe, and the turnover will mean it goes out today also. Expect it online in retailers by the end of this week.

[motiv8er]

Nutraplanet!

[sublimejeh]

ooooh very cool ! will be in my next order!

[Apowerz6]

I love Vigor been using since my return from the Arnie, have not gotten colds since on it, but had pink eye but the kids I work with are dirty so hey what can i say. Good job DS as usual!!!

[BigVrunga]

Sounds like a great product, Ive been meaning to start up a low-cost anti-oxidant/anti-aging regimen for a while now...

BV

[anabolik1]

Yep!!! This will definitely be on my next order. I'll probably combine it with the GXR...love that stuff; it keeps my muscles full and vascular.