RUBY REDS FAQ's

Q: What is Ruby Reds^TM?

Ruby Reds^TM is a groundbreaking dietary supplement that bridges the gap between the foods we normally eat and the nutritional intake we need to stay healthy. Ruby Reds ^TM is no ordinary supplement! Unlike vitamin pills, Ruby Reds ^TM is made with real, whole foods. The result is a nutritious power pack of fruit and vegetable concentrates, enhanced with key factors like probiotics, enzymes, and fiber.

Q: Why do I need Ruby Reds^TM as part of my diet?

Because Ruby Reds™ combines vitamins, minerals, freeze-dried fruits & vegetables, probiotic antioxidants & enzymes for overall better health.

Health experts now universally agree that in order to stay healthy over the long haul we need to eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. How many of us manage to keep up with this on a daily basis? For people with busy lifestyles, this can be almost impossible to maintain. Although Ruby Reds ^TM cannot replace fresh fruits and vegetables, it helps provide some of the nutrients found in these fruits and vegetables.

Q: Why is the redness of Ruby Reds^TM important?

Certain fruits and vegetables such as papayas, pomegranates and tomatoes contain a special ingredient called “lycopene.” These key fruits are included in Ruby Reds ^TM. Lycopene belongs to the family of nutrients called “carotenes.” Carotenes are plant pigments; they create the rich diversity of colors in fruits, vegetables, and the entire plant kingdom. Carotenes are superstar antioxidants! One of the main reasons why fruits and vegetables are so good for us is the nutritional treasure-trove of carotenes in them. Science has recently learned that lycopene is one of the most beneficial carotenes of all. Lycopene is what makes tomatoes red. So, when you get the “redness” of Ruby Reds^TM every day, you know that you are giving your body the wonderful protection of this key carotene.

Lycopene isn’t the only carotene in Ruby Reds ^TM. Fruits and vegetables contain several other carotenes, including beta-carotene in carrots. Beta-carotene gives carrots and fruits like peaches their orange color. All the carotenes work as antioxidants to keep your cells healthy. You get all these other important carotenes in Ruby Reds ^TM. Plus, Ruby Reds ^TM contains an extra helping of “astaxanthin,” another highly beneficial carotene.

Q: I noticed that each bottle of Ruby Reds^TM has “over 4500 ORAC value” written on it. What does “ORAC” mean?

“ORAC” stands for “Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity.” Oxygen radicals, or free radicals, are cell byproducts that can cause substantial damage to your health. This is one of the reasons why doctors and nutritionists recommend you eat a good amount of fruits and vegetables each day. These foods contain antioxidants, which scavenge free radicals and support great health.

ORAC is a measurement of total antioxidant power of foods.

For example, an apple has 1932 ORAC units, while a carrot has 360 ORAC units. Some studies suggest that eating plenty of fruits and vegetables with high ORAC values may help slow the processes associated with aging! Studies show that the average person eats less than 2,000 ORAC units a day. Because Ruby Reds™ has over 30 fruits, it was assayed to have an ORAC value of over 4500 units!

Q: Why do I need to worry about my intake of antioxidants?

Our bodies are made up of trillions of cells. Antioxidants are a family of natural compounds that protect these cells from the damaging effects of free radicals. Free radicals are believed to be an underlying cause of poor health, and even the aging process itself! Free radicals are normal by-products of the metabolic machinery that our cells use to burn oxygen for energy. A free radical is a highly reactive molecule, which means that free radicals can damage cellular structures if they get out of control. Fortunately, our bodies are well equipped with many different ways of mopping up free radicals before they can harm our cells. The biggest way it does this is with antioxidants!

Many of the basic essential nutrients, such as vitamin C, work as antioxidants. The bad news is that there are many factors that can increase our free radical burden to the point where our natural defenses aren’t enough. As we age, our antioxidant defenses begin to slow down. Pollution, illness and other stresses on the body can also increase free radical activity in our bodies. For this reason, it is vital for us to nourish our body with antioxidants.

Q: I notice that Ruby Reds^TM contains something called “Probiotic Blend?” What does “Probiotic” mean and why do I need this?

The word probiotic literally means “for life.” Probiotics are bacteria-living organisms that populate your digestive tract. They are the so-called “friendly bacteria;” friendly because they help keep your digestive system healthy. These good bacteria have names like “acidophilus” and ”bifidus.” Some are known as “lactobacilli” because they produce lactic acid in the gut. This helps maintain just the right level of acidity in the GI tract for healthy digestive function. Probiotics do a host of important things for us: they promote good digestion, keep us regular, support the immune system and help make sure your normal, healthy cholesterol level stays that way. Even more, the good, probiotic bacteria keep the unfriendly bacteria out. Ruby Reds™ unique Probiotic Blend is one of the key value-added ingredients in Ruby Reds ^TM.