3MICROBEADS
Understanding the Core Principles of Microbead Encapsulation in Nootropics
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Essentials
- Microbead encapsulation may significantly improve sustained and controlled nutrient release, helping mirror natural absorption in many cases.*
- Innovative encapsulation may combat ingredient degradation, helping preserve potency, stability and effectiveness.*
The microbead encapsulation technology is a new and thrilling development, especially when it comes to nootropics.
But what exactly separates HCF®’s nootropics from other products using similar or entirely different delivery systems? Well, it's our encapsulation and time-release technology’ for starters.*
What does ‘time-release’ mean? Depending on the formula, our microbeads are designed to release nutrients in the stomach and the small intestine over an extended period of time.*
Still a bit confused? Here's a quick example: many take nootropics to help support their cognitive health and get a boost in ‘brain power’ when needed. But, at the same time, most likely want to avoid spiking nutrients.*
Our time-release technology can help release a good portion of the nutrients in the stomach for quicker absorption, and another part in the small intestine for more prolonged benefits.*
It can be a potentially ideal delivery system for a wide range of nutrients—from vitamins and minerals to amino acids.*
It's also much closer to how your body typically processes and absorbs nutrients naturally from foods.*
Plus, it's why it works so exceptionally well in nootropics like HCF®, where the 'focus' (pun intended) is on feeding your three brains throughout the day and not just to give you a quick ‘boost’ in the morning.*
It's why we strongly believe in this technology. These core principles of microbead encapsulation can be a significant leap in the field of nootropics (and other dietary supplements).
With microbeads and encapsulation the emphasis is on a precise delivery of nutrients to the body, potentially addressing a critical need in the nootropics sector for stability and bioavailability.*
Not to mention that some traditional challenges (such as the degradation of sensitive ingredients due to environmental factors) may be more effectively mitigated through microbead technology.*
The power to encapsulate individual particles of nootropic compounds within protective layers can be a game changer.*
It's incredible, really. And each layer is important. It's there to safeguard the nutrients from external conditions that can lead to degradation, such as light, heat, and varying pH levels.*
This way, the active compounds can help retain their potency all the way from our manufacturing to you.*
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. The contents of this website do not constitute advice and are provided for informational purposes only. See our full medical disclaimer
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Conor Sheehy PharmD, BCPS, CACP
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Dr. Sheehy earned a BS in Molecular Biology from the University of Idaho and a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from the University of Washington. He is a Board-Certified Pharmacotherapy Specialist (BCPS) and a Certified Anticoagulation Care Provider (CACP). As a member of the American Medical Writers Association, the College of Psychiatric and Neurological Pharmacists (CPNP), and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), his focus has been on innovative dosage deliverability strategies that primarily benefit individuals facing mental health challenges.