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GNC Mega Men: Maximum Nutrition• Dietary supplement
• “Mega Men® Maximum Nutrition is more than just a multivitamin, it features the benefits of our Mega Men® multivitamin plus 6 grams of protein, 5 grams of fiber and additional nutrients like essential fatty acids and phytosterols.”
• Powder form, easily consumed mixed with water, such as most protein supplements.
• Low cost for the amount given.
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Fuels muscle for workouts with protein and creatine
Refuels body with electrolytes for maximum recovery
Increases energy and metabolism with a mix full of green tea, carbohydrates, and B-vitamins
Claims Made by Mega Men Dietary Supplement
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Fights “cell-damaging free radicals” by boosting the bodies immune system with zinc selenium, and vitamin C and E.
Improves eye health with vitamin A and lutein “Features 1,000 mg of L-arginine, an
important amino acid and building block of nitric oxide which helps maintain blood vessel tone and plays a key role in sexual health”
Includes antioxidants that improve prostate health
Claims Made (continued)
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Selenium- 265% of the daily value
Vitamin B-6- 2500% of the daily value
Vitamin B-1- 3300% of the daily value
Vitamin B-12- 8330% of the daily value
Key Supplemental Facts
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High levels of B-12 can cause itching and rashes
Too much of vitamin A can cause an onset of dizziness
Vitamin B-5, which contains five times the daily amount in a single serving of Mega Men, can lead to nausea.◦ The daily amount of B-5 can be found in the
average humans daily intake
Side Effects from Mass Amounts of Vitamins
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Use of “science-like” terminology Non-verified Results Single product cures a range of illnesses Personal testimony Confusing credentials
“Red Flags”
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Heart and Cholesterol Support Supplies phytosterols - foods containing at least 400 mg per
serving of free phytosterols, eaten twice a day with meals for a daily total intake of at least 800 mg, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol, may reduce the risk of heart disease. One serving provides 800 mg of free phytosterols.
Combines vitamins B-6, B-12 and folic acid that may play a role in the maintenance of normal homocysteine levels, important for cardiovascular health.*
Energy Production Supplies B-vitamins that are essential for carbohydrate
metabolism and energy production.* Contains key minerals such as zinc and chromium that are
involved in carbohydrate metabolism and glucose utilization.*
“Science-like terminology”
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Prostate and Sexual Health Features lycopene, an antioxidant that supports
prostate health.* Combines zinc that is required for normal
reproductive function and L-arginine, a building block of nitric oxide that helps maintain blood vessel tone and plays a role in sexual health.*
Eye Health Contains vitamin A, astaxanthin, zeaxanthin and
lutein for eye health and normal vision.*
Continued
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“In a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study 112 healthy volunteers, subjects taking the GNC vitamin and mineral blend in this product for six weeks experienced statistically significant improvements in markers of B vitamin and antioxidant status, as well as improvements in SF-36 Vitality and Mental Health scores compared to those taking a placebo.”
(These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.)
Non-verified Results
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Multivitamin support Heart & cholesterol support Energy production Eye Health Prostate and sexual health Digestive support Immune protection
Single Product Cures Range of Illnesses
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Who is Frank J. Costa M.D.? Is a urological surgeon, which covers
prostate, kidney, and urinary tract problems.
How could he give an expert opinion on nutrition?
Confusing Credentials
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Product referred to me by GNC employee.
Bought the product at a very low cost.
Used product for about two months.
Didn’t see or feel any significant results.
Personal Testimony
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Gnc mega men product. (n.d.). Retrieved from http://www.gnc.com/product/index.jsp?productId=11107347
Willett, B. (2011, july 17). Side effects of gnc mega men dietary supplement read more: http://www.livestrong.com/article/494454-side-effects-of-gnc-mega-men-dietary-supplement/
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