Berocca Effervescent Tablets, Mango Flavour, 15 tablets

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We need 60mg every day -- a single Berocca has eight times this. Nobel Prize-winner Linus Pauling thought huge doses prevented cancer. It doesn’t. These are what you will not see on the label, but are present in the tablet and are seen as possible allergens: BHT Butylated hydroxyanisole has been shown to be toxic to the liver, thyroid, kidney and lungs, and affects blood coagulation. BHT can act as a tumour promoter.

Other possible ingredients that have been noted come from Josh Gitalis’ blog but I couldn’t find them in the allergy list in frequently asked questions, which may mean that these ingredients are not seen as allergens but still may be in the product. Aspartame is another issue, a deeply controversial ingredient that does way more harm than good, according to a lot of medical professionals and nutritionists. Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) – alleviates conditions such as asthma, allergies, and respiratory problemsDeficiency causes pellagra, once common in PoW camps. Sufferers develop large sores and depression. Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) – is said to have a significant impact on boosting the dopamine levels in the brain Obviously placebos don’t cure cancer, but they might just boost your immune system enough to make it appear like the Berocca is working. Or, because you’ve taken Berocca, you may be more likely to make other solid, healthy choices throughout the day, to make you feel positive and protected against germs. That's the thinking behind the whole placebo thing, anyway. Does Berocca have calories? Gelatine – we do not know whether this is organic and what the source is. If you are vegetarian or vegan, make sure you are aware that this is from an animal source, most gelatines have the preservative sulphite. The company also claims that it may be suitable for pregnant women and breastfeeding moms. However, they still recommend consulting a healthcare professional first before taking it.

Like vitamin C, this is an antioxidant and is claimed to protect the body’s cell membranes from oxidation. Sodium – This electrolyte regularizes blood pressure. It balances the water in and around your cells. In 2008 a television advert was launched featuring people dancing using treadmills similar to OK Go's music video for the 2006 song " Here It Goes Again". The music is " Living on the Ceiling" by the British synthpop band Blancmange, taken from their 1982 album Happy Families.

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Aside from these B vitamins, Berocca also has Guarana and caffeine which support mental sharpness. It contains calcium that helps improve memory retention. It also has zinc and magnesium which help in combating memory lapses associated with aging. Berocca Ingredients Berocca's effervescent tablets contain small quantities of aspartame ( phenylalanine). [4] Marketing [ edit ] Bayer was part of IG Farben, a German chemical industry conglomerate of dye making corporations. Its name is taken from Interessen-Gemeinschaft Farbenindustrie, meaning “community of interests”. The company was formed in 1925 from a number of major chemical companies that had been working closely together since World War I. During its heyday IG Farben was the largest chemical company in the world. This multivitamin supplement is also ideal for vegans and vegetarians since it doesn’t contain any ingredient that comes from animals. Beta-carotene (Vitamin A) – This vitamin gives you healthy skin and mucous membranes. It protects the immune system from impairments.