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of MX3 plus Food Supplement Capsule to the health condition of the select
respondents in Cagayan de Oro City, Philippines.
Population and Sampling
This study was conducted in Cagayan de Oro City. The respondents of the
study were 30 adults who were taking MX3 capsule at the time of the study.
Moreover, a purposive sampling was used in the selection of the respondents.
Research Instrument
A researcher-made questionnaire was used in gathering the data among
the respondents. They were currently taking MX3 food supplement capsule as
a means of medication to minimize or prevent the disease or condition at the
time of the study. The first part assessed the respondents profile such as age and
gender, occupation and manner of compensation. The second and last part of the
questionnaire included the reasons, type of illness, dosage, duration and effects
of MX3 plus Food Supplement capsule to the health conditions of the select
respondents.
Data Gathering Procedure
The researchers asked permission to conduct the study from the Dean of
the College of Medical Laboratory Science. Upon approval, the researchers
wrote a letter to the purposively selected MX3 user respondents requesting
for their consent to participate in the study. An interview was done among
30 respondents in Cagayan de Oro City. The researchers explained to the
respondents in vernacular the purpose of the study. The subjects of the study
were the purposively selected patients based on their medical records and the
effectiveness of food supplement to their health condition. Initial information
as age, gender, and occupation, period of taking MX3 plus capsule, dosage, the
type of disease and health history were taken and recorded from the respondents.
The subject respondents taking the food supplement were asked to answer certain
questions from the questionnaire pertaining to the effects of MX3 to the health
conditions. The results and findings of this study were the basis on determining
and evaluating the effects of MX3 plus food supplement capsule to the health
conditions of the selected respondents in Cagayan de Oro City.
Statistical Techniques
The researchers used the frequency counts and percentage distribution.
RESULTS AND DISCUSSION
Table 1. Profile of the respondents in terms of age
AGE
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
20-39
20
40-59
15
50
60 above
30
TOTAL
30
100
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
Female
19
63.33
Male
11
36.67
TOTAL
30
100
assistance. A daily supplements to their body helps people get all the nutrients
they need to overcome stress and health related problems at work (Chang, 2010).
Table 3. Distribution of the respondents by occupation
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
Business employee
OCCUPATION
10
33.33
Educator
10
Farmer
6.67
Nurse
16.67
Self-employed
13.33
Housewife
TOTAL
20
30
100
The results of the study revealed that the business employees are the target
market of MX3 since they can afford to buy MX3 products. Aside from having
the buying power, private employees are also exposed to the daily works in the
city and they dont have enough time to make their own herbal teas that is why
MX3 as a dietary supplementis the most widely used method to prevent or
even help minimize the disease or condition especially in the Philippines. In
the Philippine market, many herbal supplements have been out and have been
featured on television ads and on radio and one of those is the MX3 product.
Many have doubt their efficacy. Many stipulate that it has positive effects on
them and have experienced better health.
One possible reason that they take MX3 plus capsule is because as compared
to other food supplements, it has many benefits as advertised.
On the other hand the findings of the study show that the farmers got the
less percentage of respondents who take the MX3 product. It might be because
farmers are not exposed television because unlike those living in the city who are
very much aware of the new and trend because of advertisements. Hence, farmers
also earn less for a living, that only few farmers can afford to buy the product.
Table 4 presents the distribution of the respondents by period of taking MX3
Plus capsule. As shown, 16 respondents which accounts to 50%, take MX3 for
months, while 11 respondents (35.48%) have been taking it for years, and four
of them (12.90%) were taking it for a few weeks only. The respondents might
have experienced positive results in taking the food supplement that is why most
of them have been taking it for a longer time.
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FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
Weeks
13.33
Months
15
50
Years
11
36.67
Total
30
100
10
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
1/day
14
46.67
2/day
12
40.00
3/day
13.33
Total
30
100
Since dietary supplements and foods do not need FDA approval, studies to
find the safest and most effective dosages for dietary supplements or foods are
rarely performed. Without such studies, only vague trial and error information
is typically available. As cited by Monson (2009), even if good dosing information
were available, there may be significant variability of the content, purity, and
strength among different brands of the same dietary supplement, making
consistently safe and effective dosing difficult. There is no good information
available on the safest and most effective dose for mangosteen. Because there is
no quality information about mangosteen dosing, it is reasonable to follow the
dosing instructions provided on the label of the particular product (Monson,
2009).
Table 6. Distribution of the respondents by type of disease
SICKNESS
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
Asthma
6.66
Breast cancer
10
Diabetes
13.34
Heart disease
20
Hypertension
26.68
Insomnia
10
Nervousness
10
Skin allergy
3.33
30
100
Total
and only rare cases on skin allergy and asthma. The data imply that majority of
the respondents are suffering from high blood pressure and heart disease.
Hypertension (elevated blood pressure) is one of the leading causes of
arteriosclerosis. Dangerous plaques form and narrow the passageways of the
arteries, increasing the risk for heart attack or stroke. Mangosteen has proven
effective, especially in those with normal body weight, to lower blood pressure and
prevent the onset of pulmonary hypertension. Heart disease and arteriosclerosis
occur when the elasticity of vessels surrounding the heart is lost. Mangosteen
helps to fortify this system of vessels through its antimicrobial and antioxidant
effects. When these vessels are healthy and strong, the risk of heart disease
decreases (Thomas, 2008).
Table 7. Distribution of respondents by source of information
SOURCE OF INFORMATION
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
TV ads
20
66.67
10
33.33
TOTAL
30
100
around the world continue to see recommendations from friends and online
consumer opinions as by far the most credible. As a result, successful brand
advertisers will seek ways to better connect with consumers and leverage their
goodwill in the form of consumer feedback and experiences (Grimes, 2012).
Table 8. Distribution of the respondents reasons
for taking mx3 plus capsule
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
Prevention of disease
REASON
16
53.33
26.67
20
TOTAL
30
100
Table 8 shows the respondents reasons for taking MX3 Plus capsule. As
shown, 16 (53.33%) of the respondents indicated that one of the main reason
why they take MX3 is to prevent diseases. In addition, 15 (50%) of them take
MX3 Plus capsule to minimize the disease and 6 (20%) who take only just to
meet their daily dietary needs. The findings reveal that most of respondents take
MX3 Plus capsule to prevent and protect their body against diseases. This serves
as their daily supplement.
Preventive supplement strategies are typically described as taking place at the
primary prevention level. The term primal prevention has been used to describe
all measures taken to ensure fetal well-being and prevent any long-term health
consequences from gestational history and/or disease.
For dietary needs, a person can also consume supplements to get their daily
intake of nutrients, although foods can give nutrients but it may be hard to a person
to make it complete daily. A person who lacks nutrition may lose the physical and
mental strength. For instance, in the kitchen, this can mean forgetting to eat or
not having the strength to lift heavy pots and plates for cooking. According to
the Harvard School of Public Health, a daily multivitamin, and maybe an extra
vitamin supplement, is a great way to make sure ones getting all the nutrients he
needs to be healthy (Makama, 2012).
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FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
Yes
30
100
TOTAL
30
100
FREQUENCY
PERCENTAGE
16.67
15
50
10
33.33
TOTAL
30
100
Table 10 presents the effects of MX3 Plus capsule to the health condition
of the respondents. All respondents (100%) claimed that they have noticed the
effects of MX3 Plus capsule to their health condition. Majority of them, 15
(50%), revealed that while taking the supplement, a disease was prevented. While
10 (33.33%) claimed that they have lessen or minimized the disease, 5 (16.67%)
of the respondents have met their daily dietary needs.
The results suggest that most of the respondents were using MX3 for disease
prevention and not merely to treat diseases to protect themselves from acquiring
the disease and to have a healthy lifestyle.
CONCLUSION
From the findings of the study, it can be concluded that MX3 Plus food
supplement capsule has been perceived effective in improving the health
condition of the select respondents in Cagayan de Oro City as they have noticed
improvements to their health. However, there are some other factors that might
affect the effectiveness of the supplement. Getting a healthy diet and exercise
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must be considered to live a healthy lifestyle. MX3 plus capsule only serves as a
nutritional supplement to supply the right nutrition that a body needs to become
healthy.
MX3 plus capsule does not claim its efficacy of treating a type of illness or
disease but plays an important role in getting the daily dietary needs that a person
should gain to prevent and minimize the disease or health condition of the
respondents. However, many manufacturers claimed its efficacy as a treatment
and prevention. This study has been very useful to the respondents to show
its efficacy as a dietary supplement. The survey findings indicate that although
the respondents believed that healthy eating habits are important, sometimes
knowledge and good intentions do not add up to making better choices and
changing behaviour. However, taking MX3 plus Food supplement is a big help
to them in maintaining their healthy lifestyle.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Based on the findings of the study, the following are recommended:
1. The respondents should have proper consultation or drug prescription
from their doctor before taking MX3 plus food supplement.
2. The respondents should monitor their health by having a monthly check
up with their doctor or attending physician.
3. MX3 Plus capsule has no over dosage because it is a natural food
supplement, it has no side effects and no adverse reaction so it is safe to
take it as recommended.
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