BenfoMax

Retina and nerve health support

Benfotiamine, S-benzoylthiamine-O-monophosphate, is a fat soluble vitamin B1 (thiamine) derivative that exhibits enhanced bioavailability and bioactivity. It is found naturally in small amounts in vegetables from the Allium genus, including garlic, onions, and leeks. Experimental pharmacokinetic data indicates that benfotiamine has a greater absorption rate and duration of activity compared to water-soluble thiamine, including thiamine HCl. It has also been found to be better tolerated than thiamine. Benfotiamine provides enhanced support for healthy thiamine levels in the body, which in turn promotes optimal production of the enzyme thiamine pyrophosphate, or TPP. This is key to the significance of benfotiamine, since TPP plays a role in directing metabolic pathways away from the production of advanced glycation end products, or AGEs. AGEs form when sugar molecules bind to and alter proteins in the body. In both human and animal studies, benfotiamine has been recognized for its ability to protect proteins from the effects of sugar molecules and the formation of these compounds. This is believed to be particularly supportive for maintaining healthy retinal and nerve function in some individuals. In one six-week study, benfotiamine demonstrated positive peripheral nerve support in subjects. An open clinical trial also indicated that benfotiamine provided significant support for nerve health.One scientist from Albert Einstein Medical College in the U.S. recently collaborated with researchers from Germany, Italy, China and Japan to demonstrate that benfotiamine influences three metabolic pathways, providing protective support for vascular tissues. In their follow up experiment, they demonstrated the potential for benfotiamine to support the health of the retina. Benfotiamine has been used for over 12 years in Europe.*

Pure Encapsulations offers pure, Japanese manufactured benfotiamine, providing powerful support for vascular protection, peripheral nerve health, and retinal function, in part by moderating the production of advanced glycation end products, or AGEs.*

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