Q&A: Dialysist®
Q: What makes Dialysist®
different from other daily multiples?
A: Dialysist®
is a daily multivitamin/mineral formula specifically designed to meet the
nutritional needs for a specific state of kidney function.* In addition to
containing other scientifically specified ingredients, Dialysist®
provides the essential B vitamins, specifically B6, B12, folic acid, and the
amino acid N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) to help maintain healthy homocysteine levels,
which is important for heart health.*
Q: What is Homocysteine?
A: Homocysteine is an amino acid (a building block of protein) that is produced
by the body. High homocysteine levels can have negative effects on the arteries
and encourage blood platelets to accumulate.
Q: How does homocysteine play a role in kidney health?
A: Healthy kidneys are essential in the clearance and metabolism of homocysteine
and other amino acids. Dialysist®
provides potent amounts of vitamin B6, vitamin B12 and folic acid to assist
both of the body's methylation pathways in maintaining healthy homocysteine
levels.*
Q: I need to watch my suagr intake. Does Dialysist®
contain any sugar?
A: No. Dialysist®
contains no sugar and no added artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors,
or preservatives.