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KINU^TM: Frequently Asked Questions

What is KINU^TM?
KINU^TM is a balanced blend of KE-99, a powerful probiotic, cranberry seed oil and fish collagen. These three ingredients play an important role in skin nutrition. Healthy skin, hair and nails require nutrients that are absorbed in the digestive system. KE-99 helps replenish and maintain the balance of healthy bacteria throughout the body, which is critical for good digestion. Fish collagen is a highly concentrated pure source of protein known to repair and restore skin. Cranberry seed oil is a potent antioxidant and has an ideal ratio of Omega 3, Omega 6, and Omega 9 fatty acids to help create beautiful skin.

What is a probiotic?
Probiotics are live microorganisms found in our stomach and intestines (Gastro-Intestinal tract –GI) and are very similar to the good bacteria found in our digestive system. Probiotics help stabilize and restore the balance of good bacteria versus bad bacteria (pathogenic) in our body by boosting the number of positive bacteria. KINU^TM contains a naturally occurring and patented probiotic (KE-99) that will help improve your digestive system.

Are all probiotics the same?
No. There are literally thousands of different strains of probiotics. KE-99 was chosen from 81 naturally occurring lactobacillus cultures to have the best health properties such as resisting degradation by acid, the ability to adhere in the intestinal wall thereby displacing bad bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella, and reduce ammonia and sulfide compounds. KE-99 also has not been genetically altered or modified and has been studied for over 10 years. What this means is that KINU^TM’s patented ingredient KE-99 is the best probiotic to take because it is unlikely to be killed by stomach acids and can make its way to the rest of the GI tract and stay there to improve your digestion and metabolism, thereby driving important nutrients throughout your body.

Is KINU^TM safe?
KINU^TM is 100% natural and all the ingredients are classified by the FDA as “GRAS” (Generally Recognized as Safe). Even the capsule is made from vegetable fibers. The fish collagen comes from deep-water ocean fish and the pure cranberry seed oil is cold filtered and contains no enzymes or detergents. KINU^TM’s patented probiotic (KE-99) was isolated from the best yogurt cultures in commercial use. KE-99 was researched and compared with 81 other cultures that have been consumed for over ten years.

Are there any side effects taking KINU^TM?
You may experience some gas or loose stools in the first few days while your system adjusts to the additional beneficial bacteria. This is a good sign that the KE-99 in KINU^TM is working to rebalance the “good" bacteria in your digestive system. If your body doesn’t regulate after a few days, you should reduce the dose to one capsule a day for a week or two and then try the two capsules per day again. .

Can I take KINU^TM if I am pregnant or nursing?
All the ingredients in KINU^TM are 100% natural and classified by the FDA as “GRAS” (Generally Recognized as Safe) however, KINU^TM has not been tested in pregnant or nursing women. We suggest you bring KINU^TM to your physician who can advise you.

What does the fish collagen do for me?
As we age, the collagen in our skin breaks down, supplemental collagen helps replace what is lost due to aging. Studies have shown that other types of collagen, mainly synthetic and bovine collagen, do not work well with human skin. The molecular structure of such products is not accepted by human skin and therefore they provide little to no benefit. Fish collagen provides increased levels of threonine, which is an essential amino acid needed for proper growth in infants and maintenance of nitrogen balance in adults. Threonine is known for its role in the elastin of skin. Fish Collagen also contains methionine, which is also an essential amino acid and is important for healthy nails and skin. Methionine is also an antioxidant nutrient and lipotropic agent which promotes the physiological utilization of fat. Methionine is a principle supplier of sulfur, which prevents disorders of the hair, skin and nails; helps lower cholesterol levels by increasing the liver's production of lecithin and influences hair follicles and promotes hair growth.

How is cranberry seed oil good for the skin?
Cranberry seed oil is is the only available essential oil with a natural ratio of Omega 3 (alpha-linolenic), Omega 6 (linoleic), and Omega 9(oleic) fatty acids. Cranberry seed oil also contains all 8 isomers of vitamin E, and is said to be the richest known source of tocotrienols. Tocotrienols are known as "super vitamin E" and can be 4 times more powerful than the tocopherols found in Vitamin E. For these reasons, cranberry seed oil aids in the absorption and utilization of the essential fatty acids in the skin, and is said to moisturize the skin as no other oil can. Cranberry seed oil also contributes to the lipid barrier protection of the skin and assists in moisture retention.

How soon after starting taking daily KINU^TM can I expect to see changes in my skin, hair or nails?
In the clinical study, some women began seeing positive results in their skin as soon as two weeks but the majority of the study subjects reported positive results after eight weeks. Similar results in hair and nail structure have been reported anecdotally.

Can I take KINU^TM with other skin care products?
Absolutely! KINU^TM works in harmony with the moisturizers and anti-aging products you are currently using. KINU^TM does this because it works from the inside out so you are nourishing your skin in a completely different way. You may even find yourself using less of the other products due to the effect of KINU^TM.

Can I take KINU^TM with other supplements and vitamins?
Yes. Probiotics like the one in KINU^TM are known to help the efficient absorption of nutrients and vitamins, so a healthy diet and other supplements will actually be more beneficial while using KINU^TM.

Does KINU^TM have an aftertaste?
KINU^TM contains no fish oil so there is no “fishy” aftertaste like most fish oil supplements. After filtering, purification and sterilization, the fish collagen has no odor or taste. The pure cranberry seed oil in KINU^TM, is a clear golden oil with a slight nutty flavor with a light fruit overtone. Any aftertaste would be due to the cranberry seed oil and can be minimized by taking it before or during a meal.

Are there any other benefits to taking KINU^TM that I should know about?
Yes. In addition to the benefits to the skin seen in the clinical study, study subjects who had acid indigestion prior to taking KINU^TM, reported a resolution of symptoms following the eight-week trial. We have also received numerous reports of the benefits to hair and nails. We would love to hear your story. Please click here to tell us.

How do I know if KINU^TM is right for me?
You can know if KINU^TM is right for you if you answer “yes” to any one of the three questions below:
1. Has my Digestive System been compromised? The good bacteria in your digestive system is compromised by antibiotics, chlorinated and fluorinated water, estrogen replacement, oral contraceptives, stress, and dietary intake of alcohol, acidic drinks and substances, and diets high in sugar and simple carbohydrates (like fast food and junk food).
2. Do I get enough Vitamin E, Omega 3, 6, and 9 in my diet? Natural sources of this include deep-water fish, flax, eggs from chickens fed a diet of greens and insects and beef, milk and cheese from grass-fed cows.
3. Does my diet include the essential fatty acids threonine and methionine? Dietary sources of threoine include dairy foods, meat, grains, mushrooms, and leafy vegetables. Meat is by far the more superior source of this amino acid so strict vegetarians or vegans may want to consider dietary supplementation, since the threonine content of grains is very low. Methionine is found naturally in beans, eggs, fish, garlic, lentils, meat, onions, soybeans, seeds, and yogurt.