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Phosphatidyl Serine Suitability and AllergensUpdated 10 days ago


Suitable for Free of 
Bariatric, methyl sensitive, breastfeeding, vegetarian, vegan, ages 4 and up 
Dairy, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, gluten, soy, sesame. Free of artificial colors, flavors and GMOs.


Does Phosphatidyl Serine contain corn, gluten or grains?

Phosphatidyl Serine is gluten-free. 

Phosphatidyl Serine does not contain grains. However, this formula contains ascorbyl palmitate which is derived in part from highly purified corn oil. Due to the processes used to manufacture the finished ingredients, the final product is free from corn proteins. 

Is Phosphatidyl Serine free from GMOs?

Testing confirms that Phosphatidyl Serine is free from GMO markers. 

Are there any warnings or side effects when using Phosphatidyl Serine?

Warnings
Not suitable for children under 4 years of age. For children of any age, please speak with a qualified healthcare professional who can determine an appropriate dose or whether this product is safe for them to take. 

If you are being treated for any condition or are currently taking any medications, consult with your healthcare professional before considering the use of this product. 

For pregnant and breastfeeding women, please talk to your qualified healthcare professional before considering the use of this product as this product has not been tested for safety in these groups. 

Side Effects

Side effects of Phosphatidyl Serine may include: 

  • Stomach upset
  • Insomnia

If you believe that you are experiencing any adverse reactions, please see your healthcare professional immediately. Each individual may react differently to any product or supplement. We always recommend that you consult with your healthcare professional prior to considering the use of Phosphatidyl Serine or any supplement. 

These side-effects are more likely if the recommended dosage is exceeded, if you are taking too high of a dose when first starting, or if taken on an empty stomach. Always take this product with food and in divided doses throughout the day. Dr. Ben Lynch recommends starting with a small dose and only working your way up if needed. He always suggests the Pulse Method as outlined in his book “Dirty Genes”. 

Why did the dosage increase from 100mg to 150mg for Phosphatidyl Serine?

The researched dose for Phosphatidyl Serine is 150 mg twice daily or 300 mg a day.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2966935/

It is more effective to have the supplement at 150 mg compared to 100 mg. 

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