{"product_id":"lit-control-ph-balance","title":"Lit-Control pH Balance - to support the dietary management of kidney stones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLit-Control pH Balance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood for special medical purposes (balanced diet) for the dietary management of kidney stones. The special composition helps inhibit the formation and growth of crystals and contributes to the protection of the urinary system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance has been specially developed for individuals who may develop kidney stones at normal urinary pH levels of approximately 5.5 to 6.2. This particularly concerns calcium oxalate stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is also suitable for the dietary management of kidney stones of unknown composition, as well as after surgical removal or lithotripsy of kidney stones, to counteract recurrence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance combines five harmonized ingredients: phytate, magnesium, polyphenols, zinc, and vitamin A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Lit-Control pH Balance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance is a food for special medical purposes to support the dietary management of kidney stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKidney stones form when certain substances in the urine are present in such high concentrations that crystals can form and grow further. One of the most common forms is calcium oxalate stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance was specifically developed for situations where influencing urinary pH is not the primary focus. The product is particularly suitable for urinary pH values in the normal range of approximately 5.5 to 6.2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formulation addresses various factors in crystal formation and combines phytate from rice bran, magnesium, polyphenols from grape seeds, zinc, and vitamin A.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance is intended for the dietary management of kidney stones, especially in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium oxalate stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKidney stones with normal urinary pH values of approximately 5.5 to 6.2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKidney stones of unknown composition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTendency to recurrent kidney stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePost-surgical removal of kidney stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePost-lithotripsy of kidney stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIncreased risk of recurrent crystal and stone formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is intended for individuals with special nutritional needs related to kidney stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Lit-Control pH Balance work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance combines five different ingredients that complement each other in the dietary management of kidney stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhytate, magnesium, polyphenols, zinc, and vitamin A address different factors that can play a role in the formation and growth of crystals in the urine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is designed to inhibit crystal formation and further crystal growth, while also protecting the tissues of the urinary system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhytate from rice bran\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhytates are salts of phytic acid and occur naturally in various plant foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance contains rice bran extract from Oryza sativa with 85% calcium-magnesium phytate or phytin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhytate can inhibit the formation of calcium crystals and is therefore a central component of the special composition of Lit-Control pH Balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThrough interaction with calcium, phytate can influence processes important for the formation and growth of calcium-containing crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium and oxalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium is another important component of the formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn urine, magnesium can form soluble complexes with excess oxalate, thus making less oxalate available for binding with calcium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike poorly soluble calcium oxalate, magnesium-oxalate complexes remain more soluble and therefore do not contribute in the same way to the formation of calcium oxalate stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance contains magnesium oxide from seawater.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePolyphenols from grape seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance contains grape seed extract from Vitis vinifera with a standardized content of 95% polyphenols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolyphenols are natural plant compounds with antioxidant properties. They act as free radical scavengers and help protect tissues from oxidative stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithin the special formulation of Lit-Control pH Balance, polyphenols primarily serve to protect kidney and urinary tract tissues from oxidative stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZinc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance contains zinc in the form of zinc gluconate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZinc complements the action of phytate. It supports the binding of phytate to calcium and can thereby help reduce the conditions for the formation of calcium crystals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn addition, zinc contributes to the protection of cells from oxidative stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin A as retinyl acetate is a component of Lit-Control pH Balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin A complements the special combination of active ingredients and contributes to the maintenance of normal mucous membranes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of the composition of Lit-Control pH Balance, vitamin A also supports the phytate component by counteracting the degradation of phytate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAfter removal or lithotripsy of kidney stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEven after successful removal of kidney stones, there may still be a tendency for stone recurrence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance is therefore also suitable for dietary management after surgical removal or lithotripsy of kidney stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is intended to help reduce conditions under which crystals can reform and develop into larger stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProperties and benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFood for special medical purposes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBalanced diet for the dietary management of kidney stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEspecially for calcium oxalate stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor kidney stones with normal urinary pH values of approximately 5.5 to 6.2\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor kidney stones of unknown composition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor prophylaxis after kidney stone removal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter surgical kidney stone removal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter lithotripsy of kidney stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupports the inhibition of crystal formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSupports the inhibition of crystal growth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith phytate from rice bran\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith magnesium from seawater\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith polyphenols from grape seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith zinc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith vitamin A\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRice bran extract with 85% calcium-magnesium phytate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrape seed extract with 95% polyphenols\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eComposition specifically tailored for the dietary management of kidney stones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended dosage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended to take one capsule twice daily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake one capsule in the morning with breakfast and one capsule in the evening with dinner, with a glass of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular intake according to the recommended dosage is important for the intended dietary management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended daily dose must not be exceeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse for swallowing difficulties\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividuals with difficulty swallowing can open the capsule.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contents can be stirred into yogurt or fruit juice, for example, and then consumed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFluid intake for kidney stones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdequate fluid intake is an important part of the dietary management of kidney stones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSufficient urine volume can reduce the concentration of various stone-forming substances in the urine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, the individually suitable fluid amount depends on the state of health. In case of impaired kidney or heart function, the appropriate fluid intake should be discussed with the treating physician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLit-Control pH Balance is a food for special medical purposes (balanced diet).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is not suitable as a sole source of nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse only under medical supervision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended daily dose must not be exceeded.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case of recurrent kidney stones, the composition of the stones should be determined if possible, and further treatment or diet should be adjusted accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case of acute severe pain, blood in the urine, fever, or other symptoms that may indicate acute renal colic or a urinary tract infection, medical clarification is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore in a cool and dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtect from light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep out of reach of small children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNet content\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60 capsules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermania Pharmazeutika GesmbH\u003cbr\u003eSchuselkagasse 8\u003cbr\u003e1150 Vienna\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSide effects and tolerability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used as directed according to the consumption recommendation, Lit-Control pH Balance is intended for specific dietary management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with products containing concentrated plant extracts, minerals, and vitamins, intolerance reactions or gastrointestinal discomfort may occur in individual cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf there is a known hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients, the product should not be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn case of unusual or persistent symptoms, medical or pharmaceutical advice should be sought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRice bran extract (Oryza sativa, 85% calcium-magnesium phytate\/phytin), grape seed extract (Vitis vinifera, 95% polyphenols), hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (coating agent E464), magnesium oxide from seawater, polyvinylpyrrolidone\/vinyl acetate copolymer (stabilizer E1208), silicon dioxide (anti-caking agent E551), zinc gluconate, calcium carbonate (colorant E170), starch sodium octenyl succinate (coating agent E1450), magnesium stearate (stabilizer E470b), retinyl acetate (vitamin A).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heiligen Geist Apotheke ","offers":[{"title":"60 hr","offer_id":59515340325198,"sku":"5723269","price":36.65,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0684\/0451\/0998\/files\/Packshot-LitControl-ph-balance-1024x1024.jpg?v=1786746605","url":"https:\/\/aqveo.at\/en\/products\/lit-control-ph-balance","provider":"Heiligen Geist Apotheke ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}