What is ProFibe?
ProFibe is a uniquely manufactured, water soluble fiber (WSF) product. ProFibe has been clinically demonstrated to be an effective adjunct to diet and exercise for reducing cholesterol levels and reducing soft arterial plaque. ProFibe is approved under the FDA G.R.A.S. ruling (Generally Recognized As Safe) and accepted by W.H.O. (World Health Organization).
Why reduce cholesterol?
A high cholesterol level, especially the type known as Low Density Lipid cholesterol (LDL) has been identified as a major risk factor for heart disease. To some extent, cholesterol levels are determined by heredity. However, most people can lower high cholesterol levels by attention to diet, exercise, and sufficient daily intake of fiber.
Why Fiber?
Most health authorities, including the American Heart Association and Federal Government agencies concerned with health, now recommend increasing fiber in the daily diet. This is especially important for people at risk for heart disease. Fiber has long demonstrated its effectiveness in reducing cholesterol. However, most people in developed countries have a difficult time consuming the amounts of fruits, vegetables and whole grain needed to obtain optimal amounts of fiber in their daily diet.
Why Water Soluble Fiber?
For years researchers have known that water soluble fiber (WSF) could dramatically reduce cholesterol levels. While all fiber is useful, WSF has proven itself most effective. Water Soluble Fiber includes substances such as guar gum, locust bean, and citrus pectin.
How is ProFibe different from fiber products
I may now be using?
Most fiber products recommended for ‘regularity’ contain psyllium husk, which is an insoluble fiber. Similarly, oat bran, while a healthful product, is not 100% water soluble fiber. Clinical studies have found ProFibe, which contains only water soluble fibers (WSF) to be as effective for most people as prescription medication such as Mevacor and Zocor, for example.
Why don’t we use more Water Soluble Fiber?
Although water soluble fiber (WSF) is highly effective in reducing cholesterol levels, it would be difficult to eat the enormous amounts of apples, grapefruit or similar foods each day needed for sufficient amounts. In their "pure" or isolated form, water soluble fiber products are slimy and sticky, and most people will not consume the amounts needed for optimal results. In dry form, as pills, the effective amounts would require taking dozens of pills each day, a costly and inconvenient regimen
What is special about ProFibe?
ProFibe is made from guar gum and citrus pectin. Each serving of ProFibe contains citrus pectin 'equivalent to' two whole grapefruit, rinds and all. After years of experimentation, we at CerBurg developed a manufacturing process to complex water soluble fiber (guar gum and citrus pectin) to protein, such as soy. This process offers a unique product that can be easily taken each day in a palatable drink.
What are some of the advantages of ProFibe?
Our unique manufacturing process offers two benefits to the user. First, ProFibe is a flavorless drink that most people tolerate well. Second, our unique manufacturing technique insures a 100% utilization of the water soluble fiber.
Why use ProFibe?
Heart disease is the leading killer of both men and women in the United States today. As a cause of death, it leads cancer, AIDS, homicide and accidents, COMBINED ! Your chance of dying from cardiovascular disease is one in two or 50% !
Some risk factors for heart disease (such as heredity) cannot be changed. Fortunately, we can modify other risk factors, such as smoking, diet and exercise, by our own actions. Some authorities believe we could reduce deaths from heart disease by up to 80% by modifying these ‘voluntary’ risk factors.
One important risk factor for heart disease is cholesterol level. If your doctor has told you that your cholesterol level is high, diet and exercise can help. For many people, however, diet and exercise are not enough.
Each percentage point drop in cholesterol levels is associated with a decreased risk of heart disease. Clinical studies on human patients, as well as animal studies have shown ProFibe can help lower cholesterol levels, an important heart disease risk factor.
If I use ProFibe, can I forget about diet, exercise
and other risk factors?
Definitely not! ProFibe is a valuable addition to a total program of a healthy diet, regular moderate exercise, blood pressure control, stress management, and elimination of smoking and excessive drinking. This is a program for you to develop with your health-care provider. ProFibe can add to the effectiveness of this program by helping you to reduce cholesterol.
Are there any side effects when taking ProFibe?
Water soluble fibers may create flatulence. ProFibe is to be gradually introduced into your daily routine to reduce the gas produced. Individual results vary.
Try ProFibe for just one month.
ProFibe helps most people lower cholesterol, an important risk factor for heart disease. The best way to see if ProFibe will work for you is to try it for just one month. Ask your physician to order a fasting cholesterol screening.
Then take ProFibe, as directed, for four weeks (includes one week gradual incorporation). Finally, ask your physician for a second fasting cholesterol screening. This will be your best demonstration as to the value of ProFibe for you. If you are on prescription medication do not discontinue. ProFibe channels differently than drugs. After a period of time (60 days) you may be able to reduce the dosage or completely eliminate the prescription medication. Be sure to consult your health care provider.
How do I use ProFibe?
ProFibe is provided in a convenient 380 gm container, containing a one (level) tablespoon scoop. Each can contains 32 servings. Take one half scoop initially (WSF’s may produce flatulence) with a 10-12 oz. glass of liquid such as water, apple, grape or cranberry juice, skim or soy milk, Crystal Light, Gatorade, etc.. Stir vigorously or shake well before drinking. Gradually increase your intake of ProFibe over the next several days to reach one scoop, three times per day, preferably with meals.
May I take my entire daily ration of ProFibe at once?
Our customers report best results when ProFibe is taken three times a day in equally divided doses. Three scoops a day, that’s the key!
What if I am taking a cholesterol lowering drug?
If you are taking a prescription medication such as Lovastatin, Mevacor, Zocor, Questran or Pravachol, you may find that ProFibe further lowers your cholesterol. Continue your medication as prescribed by your physician. If you are taking a drug such as Lopid, to lower triglycerides (another blood lipid), these levels may also drop.
IMPORTANT: Under no circumstances stop taking any prescribed medication except under the supervision of your physician. Many people find they can reduce their drug intake when used in conjunction with ProFibe, but this is a decision to be made with your physician. See Conjunctive Guidelines.
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