What is Squalamine?
Squalamine is an essential ingredient which may be derived from various sources in nature. One known source of squalamine is predominantly found in the liver tissue (not the "liver oil") of the deep water shark. The "liver oil" of the shark contains only trace amounts of the compound squalamine, however, it also contains many other exotic compounds.
Squalamine is not a protein. Instead, it is the first known example of a class of compounds called aminosterols, each being a steroid chemically linked to an amino acid. And while proteins make poor drugs, because they are easily destroyed by digestive enzymes in the stomach, squalamine remains unscathed through the digestive tract.
Angiogenesis is a function in the body where new tissue growth or unhealthy cells develop their own blood vessel structure in order to nourish and support themselves. The immune system, in response, uses certain compounds in the body to naturally counter angiogenesis. This normal body function is called anti-angiogenesis.
If the immune system is successful in carrying out this designed natural function, undesirable cells cannot survive. However, if the body is deficient in these vital compounds, anti-angiogenesis can not occur. Therefore, it is important to supplement the body with natural anti-angiogenesis factors. Squalamine is an aminosterol compound which the body readily uses to carry out its normal anti-angiogenesis function. Squalamax™ is a remarkable dietary supplement which contains a highly concentrated form/extract of squalamine from the livers of deep water sharks. Squalamax™ has an extremely high bio-availability of these active compounds and as a result is very important to be ingested as a supplement to the human diet.
Has research been done on squalamine?
Yes, squalamine has been investigated by Johns Hopkins School of Medicine researchers, Dr. Henry Brem, Allen Sills, Mark Donowitz and their collaborators for its potential cellular-oriented health effects.
How much squalamine is in the Squalamax™ product?
Approximately 150 µg per gram.
Can I take the Ultramarine Shark Liver Oil Gelcaps product along with the Squalamax™ product?
Yes. The Ultramarine Shark Liver Oil Gelcaps product contains Squalene, Alkylglycerols (AKG's), essential fatty acids, and other compounds which enhance the effectiveness of Squalamax™. We suggest you take 2 capsules of each daily, unless your health challenge is more serious.
What is angiogensis and what benefit does Squalamax™ provide?
Squalamax modulates angiogenesis and controls its impact on healthy tissue thereby helping to maximize overall cell and tissue health.
How much Squalamax™ should I take daily?
We suggest you take 2 capsules daily (one capsule twice daily on an empty stomach), unless otherwise directed.
NOTE: Preferably take with Ultramarine Shark Liver Oil Gelcaps for optimum benefits.
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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
