The present invention provides a neutraceutical formulation having unexpected optimizing effects on the release of various gastric hormones and which acts unexpectedly and synergistically to inhibit various metabolic reactions such as oxidation and glycation of lipoproteins, especially LDLs. An enhancement in the release of gastric hormones optimizes the release of various gastric juices, gastric enzymes, and endocrine secretion levels of hormones that have key roles in the metabolism, digestion, assimilation of caloric and non-caloric nutrients, the storage of body fats, and appetite satiety. The present composition has further effects as an antioxidant formulation and as an enhancer and stabilizer of the activity of other antioxidants.
