VEMMA PREMIUM Q AND A
1. Why was the product name was changed to Vemma Premium?
Vemma Premium is a new and improved blockbuster formula, designed specifically to meet the daily nutritional needs of modern Europeans. The product is a balanced formulation of 7 potent botanicals, vitamins, and essential minerals, such as magnesium, zinc, calcium, as well as over 70 trace and ultra-trace minerals derived from inland sea salt (OmniMin™). The new, botanical-rich formula includes mangosteen – for energy and muscle function, and containing one of the most powerful antioxidants found in nature, as well as tart cherry, quercetin, aloe vera, green tea, broccoli sprout sulphoraphane and resveratrol. We believe this new product is an improvement in terms of the added whole food antioxidants and the refreshing new taste, hence deserving its "Premium" name.
2. Why have the amounts of certain vitamins and minerals been changed in Vemma Premium?
The NEW European formula incorporates insights from some of the latest research in the field of nutritional science − the result of close collaboration between Dr Yibing Wang’s team at Vemma USA and internationally acclaimed European scientist Robert Verkerk PhD. The scientists have also had to ensure that the formula is compliant with stringent EU laws. Together, they developed Vemma Premium to offer Europeans a 100% EU-compliant, high-bioavailability liquid nutrition program formulated to provide foundational nutrition for the vast majority of Europeans.
3. Does the Vemma Premium contain new ingredients?
Yes! The changes to the formula occur in three main areas:
- Added mineral sources: Our European Premium formula now has added mineral sources to make sure that the minerals that many Europeans are deficient in are provided in sufficient quantity. These minerals and the amounts are listed on the new label.
- Substitution of trace and ultra-trace mineral blend: The humic shale- derived Essential Minerals blend has been replaced with a food-grade inland sea salt blend (OmniMin™) that is a magnesium-rich natural salt, containing over 70 trace and ultra-trace elements. The ingredient is a fantastic natural source of electrolytes, harvested from the pollution-free north arm of the Great Salt Lake in Utah, USA.
- New botanicals. Instead of the 3 botanicals in the previous blend, we now provide a blockbuster formula of 7 stunning botanicals, including the powerful, antioxidant and energyboosting mangosteen. Each of these has been carefully selected according to its unique, yet complementary properties.
4. Why are only some of the minerals listed on the Vemma Premium label?
European laws require that only added mineral sources be declared on labels. If a natural food ingredient naturally contains minerals in trace or ultra-trace amounts, labeling laws require that these minerals and their amounts should not be declared.
5. I’ve noticed that Vemma Premium contains higher amounts of certain minerals, for example, calcium, magnesium, iodine, zinc and few others. Why is that?
These amounts are considerably greater to ensure that Europeans will obtain the optimal amount when combined with the minerals ingested with their daily food. Europeans tend to be deficient in different minerals compared with, say, Americans largely because of differences in the naturally occurring minerals in their agricultural soils and water.
6. If you shake a bottle of Vemma Premium, pour it into a clear glass and leave it, the ingredients seem to settle out at the bottom of the glass to form a sediment. Why does this happen?
Many of the ingredients are water soluble, but a few minerals and botanicals are only partially soluble. This means that even if you shake your Vemma Premium bottle before pouring or drinking, some sediment may appear if it rests for a while. The solution? Always shake well before consuming so you get all the goodness in the right balance — the label will remind you!
7. Can you please explain the presence of "E numbers” on the Vemma Premium label?
A common misconception is that E numbering applies only to artificial and synthetic ingredients, but E numbers are assigned to any food additives. Additionally, many companies don’t declare E numbers if they are using natural or nature-identical ingredients. At Vemma, if an E-number has been allocated, we list it to make sure there is no confusion over ingredients and ensure compliance in all EU Member States.
Vemma Premium contains the following:
E160c (paprika oleoresin) is also known as paprika extract. It's a natural oil- soluble extract from bell peppers. It is commonly used as a natural food-colorant in cheese, orange juice, sauces and sweets. It's used in Vemma Premium for its natural coloring properties.
E415 (xanthan gum) is a natural, gluten-free carbohydrate used in dairy products and salad dressings as a thickening agent and stabilizer. Xanthan gum prevents ice crystals from forming in ice creams. It's used in Vemma Premium as a stabilizer.
E452(i) (Sodium polyphosphate) – this is a mineral stabilizer consisting simply of sodium and phosphorus. It helps to prevent minerals from dissociating in storage which can lead to off-flavors.
E202 (potassium sorbate) is the potassium salt in sorbic acid. It is a food preservative used in many items such as cheese, wine, and yogurt, and baked goods to fight off molds and yeasts. There are no known adverse health effects from potassium sorbate in the quantities used in Vemma Premium. The benzoates, on the other hand (i.e., sodium or potassium benzoate), have been shown to be potentially harmful, and are therefore not used in Vemma Premium.
All of the E-substances used in Vemma Premium are safe and are found in the older Vemma formula,
but were not disclosed on the label due to different U.S. labeling requirements.
8. To summarize, what is the difference between the new and old formula?
As we described earlier, the major differences are in the ingredients, the dosages, and in our EU regulatory compliance status especially EU labeling law. Most people thought that the restrictive new EU legislation would mean more limited and less effective health products. With Vemma, we’ve gone the other way. We’ve upgraded our product.
9. What are the ingredients?
Please refer to the answers above and the ingredients listed on the product:
| NUTRITION FACTS |
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| Serving size: 59 ml (4 tablespoons) daily |
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| Servings Per Container: 16 |
Amount Per Serving |
AmountPer 100 ml |
| Energy | 29 kcal/134 kJ | 57kcal/242 kJ |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8 g | 13.6 g |
| - sugars (as fructose) | 8 g | 13.6 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fibre | 0.59 g | 1 g |
| Sodium | 0.013 g | 0.022 g |
| VITAMINS | Amount Per Serving | % RDA |
| Vitamin A (as retinyl palmitate and beta-carotene) | 408 µg RE | 51 |
| Vitamin D (as cholecalciferol) | 5 µg | 100 |
| Vitamin E (as d-alpha-tocopheryl acetate and natural mixed tocopherols) | 13 mg α-TE | 130 |
| Vitamin K (as phytomenadione) | 80µg | † |
| Vitamin B1 (as thiamin hydrochloride) | 1.5 mg | 107 |
| Vitamin B2 (as riboflavin) | 1.7 mg | 106 |
| Niacin (as nicotinamide) | 17 mg NE | 94 |
| Pantothenic acid (as calcium d-pantothenate) | 10 mg | 167 |
| Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) | 5 mg | 250 |
| Folate (as folic acid) | 400 µg | 200 |
| Vitamin B12 (as cyanocobalamin) | 9 µg | 900 |
| Biotin (as d-biotin) | 180 µg | 120 |
| Vitamin C (as l-ascorbic acid) | 225 mg | 375 |
| MINERALS | Amount Per Serving | % RDA |
| Calcium (as calcium lactate and calcium d-pantothenate) | 50 mg | 6 |
| Magnesium (as magnesium citrate and OmniMin™) | 120 mg | 40 |
| Iodine (as potassium iodide) | 100 µg | 150 |
| Zinc (as zinc sulphate) | 2.25 mg | 15 |
| Molybdenum (as sodium molybdate) | 80 µg | † |
| Selenium (as sodium selenite) | 30 µg | † |
| Chromium (as chromium chloride) | 60 µg | † |
| PHYTONUTRIENTS | Amount Per Serving | % RDA |
| Proprietary blend: |
| Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) Juice Powder | 500 mg | † |
| Whole Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus) Powder | 500 mg | † |
| Quercetin | 125 mg | † |
| Aloe Vera (Aloe barbadensis) Gel | 40 mg | † |
| Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) Extract (decaffeinated) (0.35% EGCG) | 30 mg | † |
| Broccoli Sprout (Brassica oleracea var. italica) Extract (0.5% sulphoraphanes) | 20 mg | † |
| Grape (Vitis vinifera) Skin Extract (50% resveratrol) | 8 mg | † |
* Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) † RDA not established.
10. Vemma Premium - Botanicals from food ingredients
A number of well-publicized scientific studies have shown that vitamins and minerals alone provide limited antioxidant benefits, especially the synthetic kind found in pharmacies and supermarkets. On the other hand, botanicals derived from fresh fruits and vegetables have demonstrated powerful and lasting antioxidant protection. That’s why we combined some of the most effective, health-promoting botanicals available in the new Vemma Premium – carefully balanced and formulated for maximum synergy. From the mangosteen fruit and the anthocyanin-rich whole, sour Montmorency cherry extract, to the resveratrol-containing grape skin extract and the young broccoli sprout extract, rich in the sulforaphane that makes brassica vegetables so good for us — the all-new Vemma Premium deserves not only a closer look — but regular, daily consumption!
11. Vemma Premium – Vitamins and minerals
The nutritional needs of modern Europeans are complex and changing. In spite of government efforts to promote healthy eating and minimum daily requirements, most Europeans just aren’t getting sufficient life-enhancing vitamins and minerals − such as magnesium for energy and muscle function, and zinc and selenium for a healthy immune system. If you want to radiate energy and vitality, look and feel good while living life to the maximum, new Vemma Premium is the liquid nutrition formula to help you do it! It provides a POWERFUL and SYNERGISTIC blend of the key vitamins, minerals, trace elements, electrolytes and botanicals that Europeans need to help support optimal health and vitality. Vemma Premium incorporates some of the latest nutraceutical science available − a formula you and your family can depend on!
12. Vemma Premium – foundational nutrition par excellence!
In many parts of Europe, close to half of the entire population recognize the benefits of taking a vitamin and mineral supplement daily. But it’s the synergistic blend of Vemma Premium’s superior vitamin and mineral sources, coupled with 7 blockbuster botanicals and trace and ultra-trace minerals that makes Vemma so remarkable. What’s more, the ready-to-use liquid formulation enhances the body’s ability to quickly utilize the nutrients. With Vemma Premium, even the vitamins come in special food form types to increase effectivness. The vitamin E, for example, is comprised of full-spectrum natural mixed tocopherols, a form that has been shown to be more beneficial than the purified or synthetic alpha-tocopherol form commonly used in supplements. Vemma Premium has been formulated to provide optimal supplementation for the vast majority Europeans most of the time. This means that it can be your foundational supplement product. Of course, you’ll get best results when you combine it, as much as you’re able, with a wholesome, balanced and varied diet. The product is also ideally suited to those with very busy and hectic lifestyles, as well as athletes. And for those who work out often and hard, the inclusion of electrolytes is yet another benefit!
