GenSpec Formulates the World's First Genetically Specific Vitamins and Weight Loss Supplements

NEW YORK, Feb. 7 /PRNewswire/ -- GenSpec Labs, LLC. has announced that it has formulated the world's first genetically specific nutraceutical product line which effectively addresses the unique metabolic needs of African- Americans, Hispanics, and Caucasians.

"Vitamins are not one size fits all," says Joseph Lander, President and Founder of GenSpec. "Access to good health is a fundamental right and through our extensive research, product development, and dedication to educate the consumer, our products will revolutionize the way vitamins are used. By providing therapeutic levels of vital nutrients, GenSpec has the potential to help prevent certain diseases."

With his team of medical professionals, Lander has discovered that unique physiological and metabolic differences can actually cause various vitamin deficiencies, thus making each ethnic group much more vulnerable to different life-threatening diseases.

"Comparative studies show that different ethnic groups have distinct health needs and unique risk factors. These risk factors cause suffering from many of the most dangerous and debilitating diseases. While diet, exercise and regular medical exams can have a positive effect on an individual's overall health, these same studies indicate that genetics play a major role," says Vice President of GenSpec, Dr. Dexter Russell, an ANA certified naprapath.

Notably, research from the Mayo Clinic, the American Heart Association, and the American Cancer Society support GenSpec's findings and demonstrate the significant health disparities between different ethnic groups. Among the greatest disparities are those seen among Hispanics and African-Americans, who are far more likely to suffer from extreme vitamin D deficiency, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, rectal and colon cancer, prostate cancer, and end-stage kidney disease. These two groups also experience lower metabolic rates, which contribute to higher incidences of life-threatening obesity. Caucasians are more likely to suffer from spina bifida, osteoporosis and breast cancer.

While there have been numerous studies that show the correlation of vitamin D deficiency and debilitating medical conditions, the solution has often been unrealistic as far as meeting the recommended daily allowance for vitamin D. For most minorities, the presence of melanin in skin cells and lactose intolerance prevent proper vitamin absorption and consumption. GenSpec is the only product that offers an effective method of obtaining a sufficient amount of these nutrients on a daily basis.

"Calcium and vitamin D metabolism are major concerns for African-Americans and Hispanics that have not been adequately addressed by modern medicine," says Dr. Jim Wood, a practicing nephrologist who trained at Yale. "It has been shown that up to ninety percent of African-Americans do not consume the recommended daily allowance of calcium. This is one of the main reasons I believe so strongly in this product and what it represents -- GenSpec emphasizes the health needs of a unique population."

Dr. Carl Smart, a successful, practicing pulmonologist for over ten years, couldn't agree more. "Proper dietary supplementation is increasingly important for all ethnicities and particularly vital to Hispanics and African-Americans. The Hispanic and African-American consumers are just not getting the type and amounts of vitamins and minerals necessary to address their specific health concerns from other multi-vitamins," says Dr. Smart, who also completed his fellowship at Yale.

"The ultimate goal of GenSpec, I believe, is twofold." Dr. Smart adds. "One is to educate the community at large that there is a disparity as it relates to healthcare issues for various ethnicities. And secondly, and probably most importantly, there are options in terms of effective treatment."

GenSpec products include vitamin supplements (suggested retail price: $17.99) for the African-American, Hispanic, Caucasian male and female, weight loss supplements (suggested retail price: $29.95) for African-Americans, Hispanics, and Caucasians, Metabolic Booster (suggested retail price: $19.99) and a Toxin Cleanse (suggested retail price: $15.99).

"We anticipate adding formulations for other ethnicities, including an Asian vitamin supplement, which is currently in development," adds Lander, who would like to expand the GenSpec product line by introducing a children's line of multivitamins.

In the near future, GenSpec should be found at local retailers nationwide such as Walgreen's, USA Drug, Duane Reade, and Kmart. Immediately GenSpec can be purchased at http://www.4genspec.com/ or by calling 1-877-4GenSpec.

All products from the GenSpec line are manufactured by Vitarich Labs, a certified GMP, or Good Manufacturing Practices facility. Both Vitarich Laboratories and GenSpec Labs, LLC are members of the National Nutritional Foods Association.

For more information on GenSpec and the entire GenSpec product line, please visit http://www.4genspec.com/ or call 1-877-4GENSPEC.