The sexes may be equal in many ways; however, the specific nutritional needs of men for optimal health are very different from those of women.  Providing select nutrients to support primary areas of prostrate health, mental and physical energy, and heart health.  Vitamin code Men’s Formula delivers the ultimate formulation for men.

In developing Vitamin Code 50 & Wiser Men’s Formula, Garden of Life® paid particular attention to the needs of mature men during this special stage of life. Providing select nutrients to support the primary areas of prostate health with added vitamin E, lycopene, selenium and zinc,* memory and concentration with vitamin B complex, vitamins C, D and E,* and optimal digestion with live probiotics, enzymes and vitamin D,* Vitamin Code 50 & Wiser Men’s Formula delivers an outstanding combination of nutrients for mature men.

The female human body is an incredibly complicated being that requires special attention to function at optimal levels.  Providing select nutrients to support breast health, the reproductive system, and bone strength.  Vitamin Code Women’s Formula is the premier formulation for women.

Given that a woman’s body experiences many physical changes as it matures, it stand to reason that their nutritional requirements change as well.  Select nutrients to support breast health, bone strength, and cardiovascular support.  Vitamin Code 50 & Wiser Women’s formulation delivers the appropriate nutrients to support these key health areas.

Garden of Life’s Vitamin Code Family Formula was formulated to address the overall  health needs of both men and women as well as children ages six and up.  By providing select nutrients to support the immune system, mental and physical energy, normal growth and brain development for children.  Vitamin Code Family Formula offers specialized nutrients to support these functions.

Paying special attention to the needs of individuals working to attain and maintain a healthy weight.  Vitamin Code Perfect Weight provides select nutrients to support the primary areas of metabolism, a healthy immune system and to help reduce stress-related over eating and carbohydrate cravings.

Although the human body does store vitamin B12, it is the most common nutritional deficiency in the developing world and possibly in the U.S. (reports the August 2005 issue of the Harvard Health Letter) Essential to protect the body against anemia and support a healthy central nervous system, vitamin B12 is a water-soluble vitamin involved in the metabolism of every cell of the body.  Helping to support the body’s own production of energy through its role in the metabolism of food, vitamin B12 helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells and is also needed to make DNA, the genetic material in all cells.

Almost two-thirds of the body’s iron is found in hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to cells. A necessary trace element, iron is vital for producing ATP, the body’s primary energy source and providing extra fuel to muscles during exertion. Iron is an integral part of many proteins and several enzymes in the human physiology and is essential for the regulation of cell growth. Playing an important role in the production of DNA, energy and cognitive function, iron is required for the health of the immune system.

The B group of vitamins is an eight-member family of water soluble vitamins which means they are not easily stored in the body and need to be replenished frequently. Their functions are so interrelated that it is suggested they be taken together so they can work harmoniously and perform at their peak levels. Cellular energy production is the most important function of the B complex vitamins and they are known as the catalytic spark plugs of our body. Providing mental and physical energy, supporting healthy blood, a healthy heart, immune system function and a healthy response to stress, the B complex vitamins are essential nutrients for the body.