Ask the Vitamin Professor

Robby asks:

There is a lot of press regarding L-Argenine increasing circulation, stamina etc. What are your thoughts on it, and do you have a product that contains this ingredient???

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

Dear Robby,

Thanks for your question about L- Arginine and interest in ALL ONE®.

All of our ALL ONE formulas contain Arginine. 311 mg Arginine in the Original ALL ONE, 388 mg in the Rice Base ALL ONE, 212 mg in the Fruit Antioxidant ALL ONE, 257 mg in the Green Phyto Base ALL ONE and 132 mg Arginine in the Active Seniors ALL ONE. Arginine in the ALL ONE formulas is as found naturally occurring in protein. Milk protein in the Original and Active Senior ALL ONE and Rice protein in the other formulas.

Arginine is considered a is a conditionally nonessential amino acid, meaning most of the time it can be manufactured by the human body, and does not need to be obtained directly through the diet.

Beginning in the 1980’s there has been a lot of research conducted on “isolated” amino acids. Isolated amino acids are often synthetically created or isolated from various proteins. These isolated amino acids are referred to as L form: L- Arginine, L- Tryptophan, L-Glycine etc.

Isolated amino acids behave in a manner quite different from those found in a natural complex (whole protein).

For example L-Tryptophan taken by itself with water is an extremely effective sleep aid. However, that sleep inducing effect is diminished if L-Tryptophan is taken with milk where it can re-combine with the other amino acids in the milk protein.

Basically what I am getting to here is that the studies you are referring to deal with the effects derived from taking isolated L- Arginine. These will be different from consuming it as part of the complex natural proteins found in ALL ONE.

Our specialty here at ALL ONE is to provide complex total multiple nutrition in the purest, simplest form possible. Pure nutrient powders.

While I find the study and effectiveness of the application of isolated amino acids quite fascinating and useful, we do not specialize in that particular part of nutrition modality.

My suggestion to you, if you choose to take additional L- Arginine would be to take it with water and at a different time of day than when you take your ALL ONE or eat a meal.

I hope this addresses your question.

Kelly asks:

I am looking for another supplement for my 6 year son and this website was recommended by Dr. Sunyatta Amen. But I noticed that one of the ingredients is PABA…Naturopath MDs are asking that we use PABA free products…I would like to hear your thoughts.

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

Thank you for your interest in ALL ONE for Kids.

As a nutritional supplement, PABA is an important component in relation to B-Complex vitamins.  PABA (Para-aminobenzoic acid) is used to improve the protein used in the body, it relates to red blood cell formation as well as assisting the manufacture of folic acid in the intestines.

I believe the negative press, and warnings by Naturopath MDs, that you are referring to has to do with PABA when it is used in skin-care products.

In the past (1970’s), PABA was widely used in sunscreens as a UV filter. However, studies in the early 1980’s sugggested PABA might increase the risk of cellular UV damage. On the basis of these studies as well as problems with allergies (when used topically) and clothing discoloration, PABA fell out of favor as a sunscreen.

I am unaware of any counter indications of PABA when used internally, as a supplement, as part of the B-Complex in a comprehensive nutritional product.

Sharon asks:

Which vitamin is the best to combat the swine flu?

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

There is no one particular vitamin that is good for the swine flu although vitamin A and vitamin C are referred to the most when addressing combating viruses.

While we can make no claims that we have formulas that can protect against catching the swine flu I can tell you this:

In all the research we have seen studies show that if you are deficient in one nutrient you are most likely deficient in many. Therefore, I would recommend a comprehensive multiple formula like ALL ONE to be sure you are covering all the bases during this flu season …

Scott asks:

I saw you on Know the Cause with Doug. Your products are AWESOME. I want to cleanse my body, start taking probotics and get on the phase one diet. Should I take your green label vitamin and psyllium husk at the same time? Do I need to take the psyllium husk? Thanks for making a difference.

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

Thank YOU for watching KTC and paying attention to your health!

Psyllium husks are pretty harsh on the body by themselves. I would recommend our “ALL ONE Totally Fiber” formula which, although it contain psyllium husks, is a more complete blend of soluble and insoluble fibers and much easier on your system.

The ALL ONE Green Phyto Base is perfect for detox as well as replenishing the body with high potency nutrients.

You should take your ALL ONE Green in the morning and the Totally Fiber in the evening. You want to separate them.

You can take your probotics with you vitamins.

Caroline asks:

My 5 year old has allergies: NUTS! SOY! EGGS! WHEAT! all SHELLFISH and is not able to take vitamins/minerals for ‘healthy’ growth. Can your product help with her situation? Thanks. ‘Grandmaw’ Caroline

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

Our ALL ONE Kids formula is perfect for your grandson.

While it does contain soy lecithin the lecithin is free of soy protein. It is the protein in soy that is the allergen.

Thanks for being a good grandma!

Patricia asks:

Are nutra pack vitamins good?

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

I am not familiar with the brand “Nutra Pack”, however, I do feel that when you are choosing a multiple formula that a powder like ALL ONE is far superior to a handful of hard pressed pills and tablets. Pills and tablets are loaded with binders, fillers, lubricants and coating agents … all non nutritive additives. ALL ONE formulas are pure nutrition, nothing else. Easy to take and easier to assimilate.

Here is something I wrote about choosing the “best” vitamin brand:

James asks:

With all the new info regarding Vitamin D3, why do you use D2 or the synthetic version in your Green Formula that I take? Thanks

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

We use the D2 form in our ALL ONE Green Phyto Base because it is the only certified vegan form of vitamin D.

ALL vitamin D is synthesized.

D3 from lambs wool, or fish oil, which is not suitable for a vegan diet.

As far as your body is concerned the two different forms of Vitamin D are identical.

While Vitamin D3 is all getting lots of press right now ponder this quote from The Science and Practice of Pharmacy

“Both Vitamin D2 and D3 are precursors (pro-vitamins) and are converted to THE SAME active metabolites, which are responsible for the absorption of calcium.” – Kemington; The Science and Practice of Pharmacy, 19th Edition, 1995 pg. 1111 (emphasis added)

In a few months we will be using vitamin D3 in our ALL ONE Active Senior and ALL ONE Original formulas as vegetarians do not object to a lambs wool source.

Hope this addresses your question.

Lucia asks:

Hello, I read the intro about your dad creating the first anti-stress formula based on Adelle Davis’ work. Do you still sell a product for anti-stress? Thanks. Lucia

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

A lot has been learned since my Dad and Adelle introduced the first stress formula in the early 50’s

The main thing is that if you are deficient in one nutrient you are most likely deficient in many.

Therefore, I would recommend a comprehensive multiple formula like ALL ONE to combat the ravages of stress.

Here’s a little something I wrote recently on stress vitamins and supplements.

Ed asks:

Been on All One Active Seniors for years. Good stuff but considering Phyto base.
Question about Iron in that I’m 71. Many thanks.- Ed

The Vitamin Professor Responds

Both ALL ONE Active Seniors and ALL ONE Green Phyto Base are great multiples. The green formula does contain 9 mg of Iron. However, this is the Iron that is naturally occurring in the green foods. The Senior formula is Iron free.

You may wish to alternate Green one day Senior the next.

Many of our long time customers do just that.

Scott asks:

How do I decide which formula is best for me?

The Vitamin Professor Responds:

Personal choice. They are all great.

Look them over and choose or get a few and alternate.