Why is there a california warning?

It is a government requirement in California due to the state’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, also known as “Proposition 65”. The warnings required in California were updated by new implementing regulations that became effective in late 2018. The Act mandates that a daily serving of a dietary supplement must not exceed 0.5 micrograms (mcg) of lead (Pb). If the Pb content of a dietary supplement exceeds this threshold, California Proposition 65 requires that the product must bear a warning on its label stating that “Consuming this product can expose you to Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.” Alternatively, the regulations allow a short form warning that states, “Reproductive Harm – www.P65Warnings.ca.gov”. However, it is important to keep in mind that ALL naturally occurring ingredients (i.e., botanical extracts and minerals) contain naturally occurring lead. If there are any botanical extracts or minerals in supplements, there may be miniscule amounts of lead in them. California’s requirements for dietary supplements are far below the rigid standards set by other scientific organizations. For example, the lead level that the Joint FAO/ WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives determined to be a safe daily intake (3.5 mcg/kg/day) for an average-sized human is 245mcg. In fact, at this level of daily intake, blood Pb levels do not rise appreciably. Thus, a prestigious scientific organization is using a cutoff of lead per day of 245mcg but the State of California is using 0.5mcg, a difference of 490-fold. Consider that in order to ingest an unsafe daily level of Pb, as documented by global scientific regulatory authorities, a 70 kg man would need to consume nearly 500 servings of a dietary supplement containing 0.5 mcg of Pb per serving. Many foods also contain levels of lead that exceed the Proposition 65 threshold. To put things into perspective: A single serving (one cup or 230 grams) of grapefruit contains approximately 5.98 mcg of lead, which exceeds the Proposition 65 limit by nearly 12 times. One cup of cooked rice (one serving or 46.25 grams raw rice) contains about 2.17 mcg of Pb, more than 3-fold higher than the Proposition 65 threshold. A 90-gram serving of shrimp (about 5 large shrimp) can contain as much as 18.9 mcg of Pb, or 37-times greater than the Proposition 65 limit. Following this logic, one serving of grapefruit, rice, or shrimp, according to Proposition 65, “contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.” Life Extension strongly supports rigid quality standards in dietary supplements. It also applauds California for making an extra effort to protect its residents. However, California’s Proposition 65 For more information on Life Extension’s commitment to quality, please reference the following document: http://www.lifeextension.com/Vitamins-Supplements/Health-Nutrition-Awards/Good-Manufacturing-Practice If there is anything else that we can help you with, please e-mail us or call the Wellness Specialist helpline at (800) 226-2370; international customers dial 001-954-202-7660. We will be glad to assist you. see less

i'm concerned about sodium. this product has alginic acid. is this also sodium, as in sodium alginate (gaviscon advance)?

I'm not sure about that, but the 7th ingredient listed under the major ones is croscarmellose sodium.

will there ever be a version without sugar alcohols?

At this time, we have no plans to release a second version of this product without sugar alcohols. We greatly appreciate your feedback and it has been forwarded to our Product Development team for future consideration. The inclusion of xylitol, mannitol and stevia allow for the sweetening of the chewable tablets to enhance the flavor profile while limiting the carbohydrate and sugar content of this product. Sugar alcohols are generally well-tolerated in most individuals, however, since all of our biochemistries are unique it can affect how we respond to different nutrients.

Instructions say to chew and then follow up immediately with 4oz to 8oz of water. Is this what others have are doing? How much water is too much?

I’ve never used any water. I thought the purpose was to form “a raft” so the acid wouldn’t come up. I’ve been chewing one pill before bed with no water for over a year with no problem.

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🛡️ Guard your gut, conquer your day!

DELICIOUS BERRY FLAVOR - Enjoy a tasty, convenient chewable tablet that fits seamlessly into your busy lifestyle.
CLEAN CONSCIOUS FORMULA - Gluten-free, non-GMO, and vegetarian chewables crafted for mindful wellness.
ENHANCED ESOPHAGEAL SUPPORT - Calcium, magnesium, and natural fruit extracts work together to nurture and protect delicate esophageal tissues.
LONG LASTING DIGESTIVE COMFORT - Experience up to 4 hours of soothing relief from gastric discomfort with every dose.
INNOVATIVE FOAM BARRIER TECHNOLOGY - Alginic acid and potassium bicarbonate team up to create a protective foam that shields your esophagus from harsh stomach acids.

Life Extension Esophageal Guardian is a scientifically formulated digestive supplement that provides up to 4 hours of relief by forming a protective foam barrier in the stomach. Featuring alginic acid and potassium bicarbonate, it shields the esophagus from acid irritation while delivering a gluten-free, non-GMO, vegetarian-friendly berry-flavored chewable tablet designed for modern digestive wellness.

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Additives	Gluten Free
Allergen Information	Gluten Free
Weight	0.17 Kilograms
Units	60 Count
Serving Recommendation	2 vegetarian chewable tablets
Brand	Life Extension
Format	Capsule
Age Range Description	Adult

Life ExtensionEsophageal Guardian - Gastric Discomfort Supplements - Up To 4 Hours of Digestive Comfort & Relief - Berry Flavor, Gluten Free, Non-GMO - Vegetarian Chewable Tablets 60 Count

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