A varied and balanced diet will in a healthy person be sufficient to meet the nutritional recommendations and provide all necessary nutrients for normal development and maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. However, scientific data has shown that the general population does not consume sufficient amounts of micronutrients through their diet, and benefit from supplementing additional vitamins and minerals into their diet.
An increased awareness of the importance of vitamins has led to an increasing market. For a high quality product, we recommend to have a regular control on the raw material to make sure that the vitamins are present and in adequate amounts.
In the recent years the use of protein supplements has increased significantly globally. These supplements are used in the health and sports industry but also by the ordinary citizens, due to a increasing interest in the importance of healthy living. Protein consists of amino acids and the composition of these have an influence of the protein quality and functions.
8 of the 20 amino acids are essential to humans. This means that the body is not able to synthesize the amino acid itself. If not consumed in adequate amounts through the diet, it may influence health.
At Eurofins we give the highest priority to quality applying a well implemented quality assurance system and validated methods, daily test of quality performance, extensive use of reference materials (CRM, SRM), participation in international proficiency tests, and - of course – the laboratory is accredited according to ISO 17025. We aim at consolidating quality and delivering services that complies with our clients’ expectations and needs.
Taurine
Consist of the amino acids methionine and cysteine and vitamin E. It is considered to be one of the conditionally essential amino as the human body is able to synthesize it by itself, but in order to achieve optimal amounts it needs to be supplemented.
Is a vitamin-like essential nutrient Which has proved to be important for human health. As a precursor for the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, it is involved in memory and muscle control functions.
Has shown many health benefits and emerging evidence has shown that inositol plays an important role in preventing depression and insomnia.
Has been widely studied for its health improving functions and studies have shown that it may have a positive influence on cardiovascular and peripheral arterial diseases.
