MaxLife’s IGF-1 Plus Revolutionary Anti-Aging Formula Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1) is the ultimate health,  muscle and anti-aging factor. IGF-1 is made primarily in the liver in response to Human Growth Hormone (HGH) release. Unfortunately as we age we experience a relative HGH deficiency due to a lowered release from the pituitary resulting in a concomitant loss of IGF-1. The vast number of benefits of IGF-1 centers around muscle development and performance. IGF-1 transports glucose and amino acids into muscle while stimulating muscle DNA. This results in a muscular development in youth and muscle preservation in old age. For the athlete it means peak performance and quick recovery from intense training or injury. Other tissues of the body benefit from IGF-1 because of the affect on DNA and RNA (Ribonucleic Acid and Deoxyribonucleic Acid - are nucleic acids that are an essential part of every living cell). This tends to stimulate a faster production of proteins such as enzymes that help conduct normal metabolism. One of the most important functions of IGF-1 is the improvement in blood sugar utilization.

IGF-1 improves insulin receptor sensitivity. This means insulin has an easier time getting blood sugar into the cells where it can be utilized for energy production. This may improve blood sugar levels in people with abnormally elevated blood sugar. This also has been shown to help preserve muscle tissue in animals that were given Prednisone. Prednisone desensitizes insulin receptor sites, which are overcome by IGF-1.

One of the most exciting discoveries about IGF-1 is its ability to stimulate repair of damaged nerves. In culture tubes containing spinal cord motor neurons, IGF-1 stimulated a 150% to 270% increase in activity. In animal studies IGF-1 repaired and reconnected nerve endings up to a distance of six millimeters. This is astounding when one realizes that severe nerve damage of more than one inch may result in permanent damage. In other animal studies IGF-1 increased intramuscular nerve sprouting tenfold. 

IGF-1 also has a profound effect on the heart muscle. In a randomized, double blind human study IGF-1 stimulated a significant increase in strength and efficiency of heart function. These people had severely damaged hearts but still realized an increase in blood volume pumped through the heart. IGF-1 also helps preserve cardiac function in normal, healthy people as well.

For those interested in achieving lean body mass, IGF-1 is the supplement 
of choice. IGF-1 shifts fuel utilization from carbohydrates (sugar and starch to
fat-stores in the body. Thus, your body will burn more fat regardless of what kind of weight-loss or exercise program you are on. When people try to loose weight they loose muscle as well as fat but with IGF-1 muscle tissue is preserved while fat is preferentially lost. Additional metabolic benefits of IGF-1 include:


· White blood cell production including T Lymphocytes and B Lymphocytes which kill microbes and produce antibodies. 
· Restoration of immune supporting lymphoid tissue. 
· An increase of the uptake and degradation of the dangerous LDL cholesterol by macrophages (a type of white blood cell). 
· Helps to preserve healthy bone density by improving Parathyroid/Vitamin D interaction and reducing urinary hydroxyproline excretion. 

· IGF-1 may be one the most important anti-aging compounds ever studied. IGF-1 initiates the transport of nucleic acids into the nucleus of the cell where the DNA resides. It provides these raw materials for the DNA to repair itself 
and it helps initiate cell division. 
· Thus, IGF-1 actually helps the repair of the blueprint of life. When DNA is kept in a state of good repair it is better able to resist carcinogenic toxins, viruses and radiation 
. 

Advanced Delivery System: The MaxLife IGF-1 product uses a patented Lipo Gastric Delivery System, which allows faster delivery and greater bioavailability and longer duration of nutrient action. This has a distinct advantage over tablets, capsules and powder products. The Lipo Gastric Delivery System™ (LGDS) uses nano-particles that are delivered into the blood stream more rapidly, where they can be better absorbed and utilized without degradation in the liver as is experienced with other products.

MaxLife’s IGF-1 is derived from cold processed, concentrated Conu parvum velvet antler grown in New Zealand. MaxLife holds the worldwide rights to this unique product and advanced technology along with MaxLife’s Lipo Gastric Delivery System™.