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The 420-acre Standard Process certified organic farm is just down the road from corporate headquarters. References, Glossary, and FAQs

FAQs

The most commonly asked questions about Standard Process and our products:
Q What ingredients are organically grown Q Is your calcium stearate derived
on the Standard Process Farm? from hydrogenated oils? Is it safe
(See Page 12 for more information.) for consumption?
A The crops we grow organically are alfalfa, barley A The calcium stearate we use is derived from
grass, beets, Brussels sprouts, buckwheat, celery, palm oil, which is a saturated fat, like cocoa
kale, kidney beans, oats, pea vine, Spanish black butter, dairy fats, etc. Calcium stearate is
radish, and sweet potatoes. approved by the FDA to be used as a lubricant
and is approved for use in food products.
Q What is Standard Process’ seed source?
Are the seeds genetically engineered? Q Why is sucrose listed on your labels?
(See Page 12 for more information.)
A The sucrose found in our products comes from
A All of the seeds we use on our farm are untreated natural sources such as sugar cane. Sucrose,
and are not genetically engineered. We use along with starch and arabic gum, is used to
certified organic seeds when available. coat vitamin A and vitamin D (cholecalciferol),
making them into a powdered form that helps
Q Why would a product look different from
bottle to bottle? prevent oxidation of these vitamins. The amount
of sucrose in the actual product is very minimal.
A Because of the variability in sources of natural
and organic ingredients, color, texture, and odor Q Why is it better to take supplements
may vary from batch to batch. However, the throughout the day instead of all at once?
basic formula remains constant, and product A The body processes most compounds based on
testing ensures quality. concentration; so the more there is, the faster the
body works to process it. The key is getting the
Q Why are honey, arabic gum, cellulose, and
calcium stearate added to products? right concentration at the right time. In general,
(See Page 14 for more information.) taking smaller amounts throughout the day
allows the body to maintain a lower but more
A Honey and arabic gum are used as binders in our consistent amount for a longer period of time,
tablet manufacturing process. Cellulose is used sustaining the molecular mechanisms supported
to give body to the powders. Calcium stearate, by the consumed compounds.
derived from vegetable sources, is used as a
lubricant to help products release from the tablet
machines. We do not use artificial flavoring
or coloring.

*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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