In the world of nutritional supplements, an innovation has appeared that promises better absorption and greater effectiveness - liposomal supplements. But what are liposomes and how do they differ from classic supplements? In this article we will explore how liposome technology improves the absorption of nutrients and why smaller doses are needed for the same or even greater effectiveness.
What are liposomes?
Liposomes are microscopic bubbles consisting of one or more layers of phospholipids - molecules that are the main components of cell membranes in our body. Their structure enables the encapsulation of both water-soluble and fat-soluble agents, which increases the stability and bioavailability of these substances. (1*)
Benefits of Liposomal Supplements
1. Better absorption: Liposomes protect the active ingredients from degradation in the digestive tract, allowing for greater absorption into the bloodstream. This means that the body can use a greater amount of nutrients from the supplements consumed. (2*)
2. Smaller doses, greater effectiveness: Due to better absorption, it is often possible to achieve the same or even better effect with smaller doses of liposomal supplements compared to classic ones. This reduces the risk of possible side effects associated with larger amounts of ingested substances. (3*)
3. Targeted delivery of agents: Liposomes can target specific tissues or cells, increasing the effectiveness of treatment and reducing the impact on other parts of the body. (3*)
Scientific support for liposomal supplements
Research has shown that liposomal technology improves the bioavailability of many nutrients. For example, studies have shown that when consuming liposomal vitamin C, absorption is up to 20 times greater than with conventional forms of this vitamin. Similarly, research has shown that when consuming liposomal curcumin, the concentration in the blood is six times higher than when consuming curcumin in oil. (2*) (4*)
Liposomal supplements represent a significant advance in the world of dietary supplements. With improved absorption and greater bioavailability, they allow lower doses for the same or greater effectiveness, which can contribute to better health and well-being.
Try Elixiré
For the best absorption and utilization of nutrients, we recommend you to try Elixiré Boosterje dietary supplements in liposomal form. Their advanced liposome technology provides high-quality supplements that support your health and well-being.
Literature (*):
- Source: Advances and Challenges of Liposome Assisted Drug Delivery ( L. Sercombe, T. Veerati, F. Moheimani, S. Y. Wu, A. K. Sood, S. Hua), http://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26648870/
- Source: Pharmacokinetics of oral vitamin C ( S. Hickey, H.J. Roberts, N.J. Miller), Journal of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine, September 2008; 17(3): 169–177
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Source: A Review of Liposomes as a Drug Delivery System: Current Status of Approved Products, Regulatory Environments, and Future Perspectives (P. Liu, G. Chen, J. Zhang), http://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8879473/
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Source: Curcumin Formulations for Better Bioavailability: What We Learned from Clinical Trials Thus Far? ( M. Hegde, S. Girisa, B. B. Chetty, R. Vishwa, A. B.Kunnumakkara), http://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acsomega.2c07326[[t4548]
