Berocca Effervescent Tablets, Mango Flavour, 15 tablets

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We don’t believe that Berocca is a scam, considering that it is manufactured by a leading brand. It’s composed of vitamins and minerals that are already proven to be effective and safe. There is no certainty in the list of side effects as well since there are no sufficient reports yet.

Like vitamin C, this is an antioxidant and is claimed to protect the body’s cell membranes from oxidation. The manufacturer of this product is Bayer, a well-known corporation in the pharmaceutical industry. They are an international company providing tons of supplements to maintain optimum wellness and health.

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As a trusted multivitamin supplement in over 70 countries, Berocca promises to improve general health by providing support to the mind and body. Whether it's to try and cure a cold, or simply revive yourself after a night of drinking - it would be ideal to have a magic tablet to help us out, right? Zinc – Like Vitamin C, this essential element helps the body fight diseases. Research says that it also plays a role in improving learning and memory. Contains vitamins D, C, A, E, B6, B9 & B12 as well as zinc, copper, iron & selenium which all support your immune system.

Sweeteners: maltodextrin, dextrose, (both possibly wheat based but could also be derived from corn or tapioca), sucrose (sugar)These may possibly occur while your body is adjusting to the dosage. If symptoms persist after some time, immediately ask for your doctor’s help. Depending on which country Berocca is sold in, it may contain between 40mg-271mg of sodium (in Australia and New Zealand it is 271mg). It comes in three flavours – Orange, Mixed Berries and Tropical. The effervescent tablets contain 25 to 275mg d-mannitol, 20mg acesulfame potassium and 25mg aspartame, 6 mg sucrose, 13.44mg polydextrose and 94mg lactose, this is how much is used to sweeten the product. The recommended daily dose (age 12 upwards) is one tablet daily. Each tablet contains 260mg of sodium. [2] 273mg of sodium is contained in the tablets sold in Australia and New Zealand. [3] Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) – is said to have a significant impact on boosting the dopamine levels in the brain

We need 60mg every day -- a single Berocca has eight times this. Nobel Prize-winner Linus Pauling thought huge doses prevented cancer. It doesn’t. Caffeine – This stimulant makes you feel more alert and awake even if you don’t have enough sleep. It is a common medication for drowsiness. Berocca Side Effects Flavouring – Nature Identical Flavour, flavour, natural flavour and artificial flavour are all much the same substance with a few subtle changes to the beginning of the process. If it is nature identical or natural it means that the food flavour began with the actual food but in the end they all end up the same. For instance, here are the ingredients (if you can call them that) of strawberry flavouring (Source: Eric Schlosser’s Fast Food Nation) amyl acetate, amyl butyrate, amyl valerate, anethol, anisyl formate, benzyl acetate, benzyl isobutyrate, butyric acid, cinnamyl isobutyrate, cinnamyl valerate, cognac essential oil, diacetyl, dipropyl ketone, ethyl acetate, ethyl amylketone, ethyl butyrate, ethyl cinnamate, ethyl heptanoate, ethyl heptylate, ethyl lactate, ethyl methylphenylglycidate, ethyl nitrate, ethyl propionate, ethyl valerate, heliotropin, hydroxyphenyl-2-butanone (10 percent solution in alcohol), α-ionone, isobutyl anthranilate, isobutyl butyrate, lemon essential oil, maltol, 4-methylacetophenone, methyl anthranilate, methyl benzoate, methyl cinnamate, methyl heptine carbonate, methyl naphthyl ketone, methyl salicylate, mint essential oil, neroli essential oil, nerolin, neryl isobutyrate, orris butter, phenethyl alcohol, rose, rum ether, γ-undecalactone, vanillin, and solvent. Berocca Boost contain aspartame. Phenylketonurics are warned that these products contain phenylalanine (from aspartame).It’s not just Kirsten who holds this opinion. In 2013, three major studies were conducted on the health benefits of taking multivitamin tablets (a similar vibe to drinking them, as you do with Berocca) with Dr Eliseo Guallar, a professor of epidemiology at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (one of the authors of the studies) saying: ‘We believe that it’s clear that vitamins are not working. The probability of a meaningful effect is so small that it’s not worth doing study after study and spending research dollars on these questions.’ The group of B vitamins, for instance, has a lot of benefits in the body. Primarily, they help in converting food into energy. They also assist in creating healthy red blood cells. You may still opt to take the film-coated one since both have the same ingredients. They only differ in form. Yes it is - in the words of the guys at Berocca (they'd know): 'Berocca effervescent tablets are free of any ingredients of animal origin.' Does Berocca have caffeine in it? A recent marketing campaign in Australia for Berocca Performance with the slogan "Release the inner geek" targets high school students studying for exams.

There is one positive study that found Berocca could boost your brainpower and memory, though – but that was funded and researched by Bayer. The pharmaceutical company that owns Berocca. Sooo. Is Berocca vegan? Moreover, there is no information available on how the product really works in the body. The company only claims that it can improve mental performance as well as physical strength.No, although there are some supplements you should be taking when you're pregnant, so make sure you speak to your GP about this. The guys at Berocca say: 'Berocca is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. This is due to the complex nutritional needs of pregnant and breastfeeding women and Berocca has not been specifically formulated for use as a pre/post-natal supplement. We recommend that you talk to your GP, midwife or pharmacist about food supplements.' Berocca side effects? Effervescent tablets dissolve easily in water. These are for those who find it hard to swallow ordinary pills or tablets. Colour – Many colours are made from azo dyes and petroleum by products so it is just another thing that should be avoided. Some colours have been identified as causing hyperactivity as well as the onset of asthma and dermatitis. Some colours have been banned in other countries while still allowed in Australia, the US and New Zealand. These are what you will not see on the label, but are present in the tablet and are seen as possible allergens: The company also claims that it may be suitable for pregnant women and breastfeeding moms. However, they still recommend consulting a healthcare professional first before taking it.