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From Capsule to Cell: How Adding Oil to Microbeads Facilitates Superior Absorption
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Essentials
- Combining oily and dry ingredients in a single capsule (like dual liquid-filled capsules) may enhance nutrient absorption and bioavailability.*
- Oil (like MCT) may help improve the solubility of fat-soluble nutrients, potentially making them more effective.*
You probably noticed how some of our advanced nootropics combine oily and dry ingredients in one capsule.
So, why do we add oil to our microbeads?
Simple. Because oil (like MCT oil for example) may offer benefits in terms of nutrient delivery, bioavailability, and absorption.*
Oil may help with fat-soluble nutrients.
Certain neuro-nutrients (Vitamins A, D, E, & K, Omega-3 & Omega-6 Fatty Acids, Curcumin, and Carotenoids) are fat-soluble, meaning they dissolve in fat. When combined with oil, these nutrients may become more soluble, and typically, your digestive system can absorb more efficiently.*
Oil may reduce the "first-pass metabolism" of nutrients.*
Did you know?
First-pass metabolism (first-pass effect) refers to metabolizing a nutrient at a specific site in the body. The result is a reduced active substance concentration before it reaches the systemic circulation. This primarily occurs in the liver and the gastrointestinal tract (GI).
Oil may help certain nutrients release more slowly and steadily.*
This way, nutrients may have a better chance of being absorbed over an extended period rather than being excreted quickly.*
Oil may help form micelles in the digestive tract.*
What are micelles? They are tiny molecules that can encapsulate fat-soluble nutrients. Micelles may make it easier for these nutrients to pass through the intestinal walls into the bloodstream.*
Putting it all together.
At HCF® we do more than just deliver neuro-nutrients. Our innovative dual liquid-filled capsules seamlessly integrate with our oil infusion technology, a core principle of our 7 Advances®.
We combine oil with microbeads in a capsule to potentially give you the best of both worlds: enhanced solubility and bioavailability from the oil, plus the time release and protection offered by the microbeads.*
* 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.