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Xtend-life Natural health supplements and skincare products from new zealand
Hello and welcome to Xtend Health Asia, a labor of love dedicated to Xtend-Life Natural Health Products (health supplements & skincare), which is manufactured in their fully-own and purpose-built state-of-the-art facility in Christchurch, New Zealand.
They are highly regulated (very important to me as health professional): Has a food safety program based on hazard analysis critical control points (HACCP) which is regularly audited by AsureQuality (an internationally accredited authority owned by the New Zealand government), and a Risk Management Program (RMP) which is regularly audited by the New Zealand Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI). Xtend-Life also abides by the US FDA’s cGMP (good manufacturing practices) code for dietary supplements.
These compliance programs enable them to rigorously control the quality of all raw ingredients and finished products to ensure that their products always achieve the highest standards possible.
I hope this website is able to help you naturally build and achieve the health, wellness and skin that you desire.
Disclaimer: I am an affiliate for Xtend Life: this means that I am NOT their employee, but am an independent affiliate marketer. If you buy their products through my links, they will pay me an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you (it's paid out of their marketing budget). I hope to serve you well enough such that you would willingly and knowingly buy Xtend Life products through my affiliate links.
Let's keep building our best health for our future and people we love - Nigel Chua, Health Supplement Enthusiast
Xtend-Life Ingredient Chitin
Chitin Background and Benefits
Chitin is a chain of N-acetylglucosamine molecules that has the chemical formula (C8H13O5N)n. It is best known as the primary component of arthropod exoskeletons. Arthropods primarily include insects and crustaceans such as shrimps, crabs, lobsters and other shellfish. Chitin also performs a similar function to the protein keratin, which vertebrates use to make feathers, hair and nails.
The Swiss chemist Dr. Albert Hofmann determined the structure of chitin in 1929. Chitin is structurally similar to cellulose, which is a polysaccharide formed by glucose units, or monomers, linked together. In chitin, one hydroxyl group (OH) in each monomer is replaced by an acetyl amine group (COCH3NH). This change increases the hydrogen bonding between adjacent units, making chitin significantly stronger than cellulose.
Pure chitin is pliable, although it is still quite tough. However, chitin is usually combined with some other material to make it stiffer. For example, insect exoskeletons are a composite of chitin and sclerotin, a matrix of proteins. The shells of crustaceans are typically a composite of chitin and calcium carbonate.
Chitin has many commercial applications, including food and pharmaceutical products. It is often used as a food thickener and stabilizer, and it can also form edible films. Chitin also has many applications as a health supplement that primarily relate to its role as a dietary fiber.
Health supplements typically use chitosan, which is a modified form of chitin with greater bioavailability. Chitosan is produced commercially by soaking crustacean shells with sodium hydroxide, a strong alkaline substance. This process removes the acetyl groups (COCH3) in chitin.
Uses of Chitin
Chitin is often used to manage healthy cholesterol levels and body weight. Additional uses of chitin include the support of kidney function.
Signs You May Need Chitin
A high total cholesterol level is one of the most significant signs that you may benefit from chitin. Poor kidney function is also an indication that chitin may help you. Common symptoms of kidney failure include physical weakness, poor appetite and insomnia.
Intestinal disorders characterized by inflammation may also mean that chitin can benefit you. Additional reasons to consider chitin supplements include skin grafts and a need to manage your weight.
Other Ingredients That May Be Of Interest
Glucosamine - Glucosamine is an amino sugar with the chemical formula (C6H13NO5). It is one of the most common monosaccharides in nature and is typically used to build chitin molecules. Glucosamine is also used to synthesize glycosylated lipids and proteins. The typical uses for glucosamine deal with joint function.
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customer reviews
I have taken vitamins my entire life and now that I am taking the Total Balance Men's Premium, I believe I have thrown my money away over the years.
After only one week, my skin feels smoother, I actually feel cleaner on the inside and I am even sleeping better. You now have a customer for life! Thank you so much - Monroe S, USA
products that i've been using since 2014
Here are the Xtend Life health supplements that I personally use since 2014 and reviewed that I know will improve your health results.
Total Balance Men's Premium (review here)
Omega 3 Fish Oil QH Ultra (review here)
Kiwi Klenz (review here)
Garcinia Cambogia + Green Coffee Bean
Lipi Rite (review here)
Natural Energy Bee Pollen (review here)
See all the Xtend Life Supplements Nigel Take
ALL XTEND-LIFE PRODUCTS
Green Lipped Mussel Powder (read review)
Joints & anti inflammation
Neuro Natural Recall (read review)
Brain & memory booster
Neuro Natural Serenity (read review)
Brain & mood booster
Neuro Natural Sleep (read review)
Improves sleep quality
Neuro Natural General (read review)
Brain & memory booster
Male Rejuvenator (read review)
Aids sex & prostate health
Female Rejuvenator (read review)
Boosts female sexual health
Natural Energy with NZ Bee Pollen (read review)
Ups energy & alertness
Kiwi-Klenz (read review)
Aids nutrient absorption & digestive health
Immu-Stay (read review)
Boosts immunity defence
Lipi-Rite (read review)
Manage high cholesterol
Not Just Joints (read review)
Joints & arthritis support
Systemic Care (read review)
Diabetes health support
Bone-Support (read review)
Aids bone strength & health
Cardio-Support (read review)
Boosts heart health
Garcinia Cambogia & Green Coffee Bean (read review)
Weight loss supplement
Zupafood Elite (read review)
Libido, immunity & energy
Zupafood Greenz (read review)
Detox, immunity & liver
Zupafood for Skin (read review)
Glutathione, marine collagen & elastin
Prostate-Support (read review)
Prostate & sexual health, better sleep
Men's Foaming Facial Cleanser (read review)
With natural Kiwifruit & Manuka Honey
Men's Exfoliating Scrub (read review)
Removes dead skin cells & refine pores
Men's Facial Fluid (read more)
Repairs, restores & soothes
Men's Eye Serum (read review)
Energizes, hydrates & firms tired eyes
Men's Body Lotion (read review)
Moisturizes & improves skin elasticity
Men's Hydrating Mask (read review)
Invigorates & deep hydration
Men's Cleansing Mask (read review)
Purge impurities & refines skin
Women's Nourishing Hand Cream (read review)
Protects, moisturizes & soothes skin
Women's Exfoliating Scrub (read review)
Refines & renews skin
Women's Day Cream (review here)
Moisturizing & anti aging
Women's Day Cream + Natural Whitening (read review)
Whitens, reduces fine lines & reduces wrinkles
Women's Night Cream (read review)
Omega 3 & 6 anti oxidant skin renewing moisturizer
Women's Sheer Day And Night Cream (read review)
Softens, anti wrinkle & hydrates
Women's Eye Serum (read review)
Energizes, firms and hydrates tired eyes
Women's Body Lotion (read review)
Soothes, anti oxidant & hydration
Women's Hydrating Mask (read review)
Invigorates & hydrates
Women's Cleansing Mask (read review)
Renews, supports & invigorates skin
Women's Foaming Facial Cleanser (read review)
With natural Kiwifruit & Manuka Honey
Total Balance Men's Premium (read review)
Comprehensive cellular multi vitamins
Total Balance Women's Premium (read review)
Comprehensive cellular multi vitamins
Total Balance Unisex Premium (read review)
Comprehensive cellular multi vitamins
Total Balance Children's (read review)
For healthy development, immunity & learning
Multi-Xtra (read review)
48 bio available nutrients for cellular health
Omega 3 DHA Fish Oil Premium (read review)
Helps mood, heart, cholesterol & sleep
Omega 3 DHA Fish Oil (read review)
Aids joints, heart, cholesterol & sleep
Omega 3 / QH Ultra CoQ10-Ubiquinol (read review)
Cardiovascular health, anti cholesterol & energy
Omega 3 / DHA Mini (read review)
Easier for children to swallow; aids brain, memory & learning