The most nutritious and the most health-preserving in comparison
SON Formula® is a medical food, 100% made in the U.S.A. Medical foods are required by statute to be administered under the supervision of a physician, but there is no requirement for a prescription.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is SON Formula® the most nutritious in comparison to any dietary protein, protein supplement or amino acid formula?
SON Formula® provides a unprecedent, unique, Body Protein Synthesis (BPS= 99% NNU/23 min). This is, the highest BPS in comparison to any dietary protein, protein supplement, or amino acid formula.
2. How was SON Formula® discovered?
The discovery of SON Formula® has been the result of 23 years of research conducted by the International Nutrition Research Center (INRC), a U.S.A. leading research institute in the field of human nutrition.
3. Does SON Formula® comply with the U.S.A. Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) regulations?
Yes, SON Formula® complies with the U.S.A. FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and medical food regulations.
4. What is the recommended use of SON Formula®?
The use of SON Formula® is recommended, under medical supervision, as the safest and most nutritious substitute for dietary proteins, protein supplements or amino acid formulas.
5. What is the composition of SON Formula®?
SON Formula® contains only the active component MAP Master Amino Acid Pattern® and contains no excipients.
6. What are Essential Amino Acids?
Essential Amino Acids are nutrients that are indispensable for human life, because they cannot be synthesized within the human body. Therefore, they must be supplied through the diet.
7. Is SON Formula® a natural product?
Yes, SON Formula® is a 100% natural product, made 100% in the U.S.A.
8. Is any of the SON Formula® ingredients made or derived from animal sources?
No. None of the SON Formula® ingredients are made or derived from animal sources.
9. How long does it take to digest SON Formula®?
SON Formula® is digested within 23 minutes from its ingestion.
10. Is SON Formula® better absorbed in tablet or powder form?
SON Formula® can be easily absorbed in either tablet or powder form, under medical supervision.
11. How long is SON Formula® shelf life?
SON Formula® shelf life is three years.
12. Does SON Formula® need to be refrigerated?
No. SON Formula® does not need refrigeration. However, it must be kept in a dry place at a temperature between 68-77°F (20-25°C). If these conditions are not met, SON Formula® tablets’ odor and color may vary.
13. Can SON Formula® be modified by high temperatures?
SON Formula® can be modified only through extremely high temperatures above 536°F (280 degrees Celsius). Therefore, normal cooking, baking, and boiling temperatures should not modify the nutritional value of SON Formula®.
14. How many kcal does SON Formula® provide?
SON Formula® provides only 0.04 Kcal/g. In contrast, dietary proteins or protein supplements provide 4.00 Kcal/g. That is, 99 times more kcal/g, in comparison with SON Formula®.
15. Is SON Formula® acidic or basic?
SON Formula® is amphoteric, which means it can act either as an acid or a base in accordance with the pH of the surrounding medium.
16. Does SON Formula® contain any sodium?
SON Formula®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement, is 100% sodium-free.
17. Does SON Formula® contain any fat?
SON Formula®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement, is 100% fat-free.
18. Does SON Formula® contain any sugar or other carbohydrate?
SON Formula®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement, is 100% sugar-free and carbohydrate-free.
19. Does SON Formula® produce fecal residue?
No. SON Formula®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement, does not produce any fecal residue.
20. Does SON Formula® have any drug or food interaction?
No. No food or drug interaction with SON Formula® has been ever reported.
21. Can SON Formula® cause any adverse reactions?
No. No adverse reactions related to the use of SON Formula® have been ever reported.
22. Does SON Formula® have any contraindications?
The use of SON Formula® does not have any contraindication. However, it must be administered under medical supervision.
23. Should SON Formula® be considered a medicine?
No. SON Formula® is not a medicine. It is a medical food. However, it must be administered under medical supervision.
24. What is the recommended daily dosage of SON Formula®, and how should it be taken?
Under medical supervision.
25. May protein supplements be taken with SON Formula®?
No. Protein supplements should not be taken in conjunction with SON Formula®. This may prevent:
- a decrease of the BPS/min;
- an increase of the Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN);
- an overloading of digestive functions.