Introduction to Elemental Nutrient Formulas

Alpha Nutrition specializes in elemental nutrient formulas, the pure expression of nutrient biochemistry.  We provide a choice of nutrient modules so that food can be replaced, nutrient intake can be supplemented and balanced in a variety of ways. Two formulas, Alpha ENF and PMX can replace food completely. Four other formulas provide nutrient modules for special use. These formulas can be combined to adjust nutrient intake to individual needs.

There are three ideas used in the design of Alpha Nutrient formulas

1. The first idea is that we need to take in about 40 substances to be healthy and function well. These substances are nutrients and are available from foods as long we eat enough of the right foods every day.
2. The second idea is that we can eat the 40 nutrients in their pure form and avoid all the negative effects of eating foods. Eating pure nutrients also permits good nutrient absorption when digestive tract function is impaired.
3. The third idea is that optimal nutrition requires a carefully calculated and balanced intake of nutrients. The three ideas are combined in the design of the Alpha Nutrient formulas. Forty nutrients are combined to provide carefully calculated and balanced intake of nutrients

Elemental Nutrient Formulas (ENFs) are used in hospital medicine. They are used to manage digestive diseases and to provide adequate nourishment when eating food is undesirable or impossible.  We explored the use of ENFs in solving other common health problems. The traffic of non-nutrient chemicals through the body can be thought of as the "overburden" or cost of food intake. Reducing food-processing cost is a form of metabolic rest that has therapeutic applications in many diseases.

One of the therapeutic secrets of Alpha nutrient formulas is the avoidance of proteins or pieces of proteins known as peptides. Staple foods such as milk, eggs, wheat, and meat contain proteins that frequently cause immune responses and are the basic problem in delayed patterns of food allergy. Protein powders sold as "body-building" supplements can be a source of trouble. Alpha elemental formulas avoid all protein problems by providing a balanced set of  l-amino acids, the real nutrients derived from proteins by digestion of food.  Amino acids do not cause immune responses. One key idea is that if food is suspect in causing an illness, a food holiday using an ENF to supply nutrition would confirm or deny food involvement, usually within 10 days. If the food holiday proved successful, the Alpha Nutrition Program would become a standard method of redefining a healthier diet.

The most popular formula we make is Alpha ENF. We include this formula in most starter packs. If you need to replace food completely, then Alpha ENF is the best choice. The standard ENF is unflavored. You can choose the formula with Vanillin added as flavoring. If you do not want vegetable oil in the formula, then choose Alpha PMX. If you are diabetic, then order Alpha DMX. All our nutrients modules can be combined to achieve optimal nutrition. For example, when Alpha ENF, PMX and DMX are used long term as part of the day’s nutrition there is often a need to boost calcium and magnesium and Vitamin D intake. Alpha OMX supplies bone minerals: calcium, magnesium, Vitamin D, zinc, copper and manganese. To increase intake of nutrients responsible for bone growth and maintenance, Alpha OMX can be added in the dose range of 5 to 15 grams per day. If the goal is to reduce or eliminate protein intake, or to supplement protein intake, amino acids can be added to the diet as Alpha AAX in a dose range of 10 to 50 Grams per day

Alpha DMX boosts the intake of nutrients that have a demonstrated benefit in preventing and/or reducing the negative consequences of diabetes 2 and arterial disease. Alpha DMX can provide nutritional support whenever food intake is restricted because of disease.
 

At Alpha Nutrition, we are dedicated to the helping people find solutions for health problems. We supply books and nutrient formulas as tools you can use to solve your health problems. If you are well informed and well motivated, we believe that you can make decisions about your own management and benefit from our educational services.  If you are interested in solving a health problem using nutritional therapy, consider ordering  books and read the Alpha Nutrition Program. Or you can begin by ordering one of the Alpha Nutrition Starter Packs that bundles books and formulas. All Alpha Nutrition products and services are ordered online. We ship through the Post Office to all destinations in Canada, Continental USA, Alaska, Hawaii, and  Puerto Rico. All correspondence about your order is done by email.

Alpha Education Books There are 18 books in this series that address important health issues and their solution. Everyone, who is interested in Nutritional Therapy, will need a copy of the Alpha Nutrition Program. See Alpha Education Books . All our books are also available in eBook  editions.

Nutrient Formulas for Meal Replacement

Alpha ENF  the complete nutrient set for meal replacement, nutrient supplementation and food holidays.
Alpha PMX performance mix, the complete nutrient set except for fat with increased amino acids.
Alpha DMX  the complete nutrient set except for lipids ( fat) and carbohydrate... all  vitamins, amino acids and minerals except sodium.

Special Nutrient Formulas, Medical Foods

Alpha BMX "Brain Food" is a complete nutrient set minus fat designed for therapeutic brain nutrition.
Alpha OMX  bone minerals plus Vitamin D - nutrients most important for bone growth and maintenance.
Alpha AAX is the complete amino acid module.

Nutritional Rescue Starter Packs Starter packs bundle books and formulas to help you get started solving your health problems. The starter packs are sold at discounts to make is easier and more affordable for you to learn more and try out a formula.  A copy of the Alpha Nutrition Program is included in every starter pack.  Starter Pack Details   |  Professional Starter Pack

Alpha Nutrition is a trademark and a division of Environmed Research Inc.,  founded in 1984 at Vancouver, BC, Canada. Online Since 1995. Experts in Self-Managed Care. Experts in Elemental Nutrient Formulas. We are located on the Sunshine Coast in Sechelt, a ferry ride from West Vancouver