For Women Only Review
By Razvan Radu, Senior Writer, Susanne Blake, MS, RDN (expert review)
Susanne Blake is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist with expertise in eating disorders, food reactions, & whole foods nutrition. She has worked with children and families, with elders and retirement communities, and has provided nutrition services to detention facilities, schools and recovery programs. Her media expertise is extensive and has included live television, as well as print publications.
For Women Only is a dietary supplement advertised to provide nutritional support for hair, nails, skin energy, digestion, hormonal balance and breast and bone health. According to the manufacturer the U.S. Company Only Natural, the formula is likely to attend to the nutritional needs of active women and their lifestyle patterns. Only Natural is based in New York and was founded in 1986. The company claims all their products are accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis, which guarantees that each product is of the highest quality and supports the supplemental facts listed on the label.
No specific ailment claims are made by the manufacturer, as For Women Only is more of a prevention formula than a treatment of any particular condition or disease.
For Women Only Ingredients
For Women Only includes the following ingredients: Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene), Vitamin D3 (as cholecalciferol), Vitamin E (as d-Alpha Tocopheryl), Vitamin B-1 (Thiamine), Vitamin B-2 (Rivoflavin), Vitamin B-3 (Niacin/Niacinamide, Vitamin B-5 (Panthotenic Acid), Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxidine), Vitamin B-12 (as Hydrocobalamin), d-Biotin, Folic Acid, Choline Bitartrate, Inositol, PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid) 5 mg, Vitamin C (as Calcium Ascorbate), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Fat-soluble Vit. C), Lemon Bioflavonoid Complex, Calcium (Citrate, D-gluconate) , Magnesium (Citrate, Oxide), Potassium (as Aspartate, Citrate), Boron, Iron (as Peptonate), Manganese (as Gluconate), Zinc (as Picolinate), Iodone (from Kelp), Selenium (as L-Selenomethionine), GTF Chromium (Yeast Free), CO Factor Proprietary Blend (Collagen, Evening Primrose, CoQ10, Green Tea Extract (polyphenols), Omega 3-6-9 (from flax seed)), AMINO ACID proprietary blend (L-Arginine, L-Cysteine, L-Carnitine, L-Glutathione (reduced), L-Methionine, L-Ornithine ), SUPER FOOD proprietary blend (Acai Berry, Cranberry, Pomegranate, Royal Jelly, Garlic, Kelp, Spirulina, Chlorella), HERBAL proprietary blend (Dong Quai Extract, Blessed Thistle, Red Raspberry, Capsicum, Siberian Ginseng, Horse tail) and DIGESTIVE proprietary blend (Acidophilus/Bifidus (non-milk), Bromelain (from Pineapple), and Papain (from Papaya)).
Product Features
For Women Only is blend of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, herbs, enzymes, probiotics and whole food extracts especially formulated to support the nutritional needs of women. The formula features a large variety of vitamins and minerals which synergistically work to deliver overall healthy body functions. Each tablet contains the exact recommended daily dose of Vitamin C, A and E to name just a few. These vitamins are known for their powerful antioxidant effects among other essential roles. Anti-oxidants fight free radical damage and prevent numerous heart and brain diseases caused by oxidative stress.
For Women Only also includes a whole food proprietary blend which contains the Acai Berry and Chlorella. The fruit of Acai is an excellent antioxidant. According to The Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry the berry has more antioxidants than any other food on earth. It is also rich in fiber, vitamin and minerals which is why it is sometimes referred to as a superfood.
The supplement also includes the Omega 3, 6 and 9 to promote among others a healthy brain function, plus joints, eyes, heart, bones, breasts support and specific PMS and menopausal symptoms relief. Collagen helps prevent a large number of health conditions by supporting normal tissue and cell function and is best known to fight aging damage caused to hair and skin.
The manufacturer recommends taking 1 to 2 tablets daily. There are no warnings regarding side effects, drug interactions, or special precautions. Product reviews could not be consulted online.
Advantages
- Large number of potential health benefits
- Most of the ingredients are topic of numerous studies
- Affordable price (a month’s supply at 1 tablet a day dose may cost as little as $7)
- Large number of ingredients which may potentially benefit the body’s overall health
Disadvantages
- Lack of consumer reviews to assess the formula’s effectiveness
- Potential side effects associated to some core ingredients
- For some ingredients the daily dosage is not clearly established
Conclusion
Although the manufacturer of For Women Only claims the formula addresses the specific needs of women, it fails to argue why this product could not benefit men as well. There are some ingredients that provide particular benefits for women (PMS and menstrual relief, breast health support), among other positive implications on health.
Additionally,For Women Only features more than 30 ingredients in what seems a comprehensive and very complex formulation. Vitamins, minerals, amino acids, herbs, enzymes and other nutrients are combined to ensure support for active women, however potential side effects are not mentioned by the manufacturer.
No consumer reviews are available online in order to validate the claimed benefits; therefore, For Women Only leaves us questioning its actual benefits. No doubt that it will help some consumers reach the advertised benefits, but to what degree and with what side effects (if any) we can’t be sure. For cautionary reasons, please refer to a healthcare provider before use.
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This product does not upset my stomach and has all the key ingredients for women who are menopausal.
I was trying to figure out where my new energy came from and realized it was this supplement.