1980s

• Ground-breaking philosophy "Genetic Potential Through Nutrition" becomes reality with the introduction of research-based alternatives
  
  
• First science-based nutritional guide in the industry-provided scientific explanations and substantiation for each formulation so that doctors could recommend with knowledge and confidence

• Breakthroughs in GI formulations with patented combinations of probiotics (L. acidophilus NCFM®), immunoglobulins, and specific fibers
  
  
• Zinc Tally™ developed as first orally administered zinc status test
  
  
• Inflavonoid Intensive Care® advanced the science of natural relief of minor pain
  
  
• Cal Apatite® revolutionized comprehensive bone nourishment with the introduction of pure, authentic microcrystalline hydroxyapatite

1990s

• Pioneered medical food development with the introduction of several formulations for the nutritional support of chronic health conditions—including UltraMeal® for conditions associated with altered body composition like hypertension, dyslipidemia, metabolic syndrome, and estrogen imbalance

• Established Metagenics Educational Programs seminars for healthcare practitioners presented by industry opinion leaders, including Jeffrey S. Bland, PhD

• Founded the Functional Medicine Research Center^SM —a dedicated clinical research facility to test effectiveness of Metagenics formulations

2000s

• Achieved status of more than 50 U.S. and international patents issued or pending-for products that include Ultra Potent-c®, Ultra Flora Plus®, Endura®, ProGainT, Ultra CLA®, UltraClear®, UltraClear PLUS®, UltraClear SUSTAIN®, and UltraInflamX®
  
  
• Over 200 annual Metagenics Educational Programs seminars worldwide
  
  
• EstroFactors® and Estrium® medical food—patent pending formulas for optimization of estrogen hormone levels
  
  
• Wellness Essentials™ product line established—combining a multivitamin, fish oils, and other targeted nutritional support in convenient packets

• MetaProteomics® Nutrigenomics Research Center established to utilize genomic and proteomic testing for advanced product development
  
  
• Launched Meta-eHealth™, an online patient relationship management system that includes hosting personalized practitioner Web sites, email newsletters, natural medicine research database, and online store capabilities

• Metafolin® and ActiFolate® enabled introduction of exclusive, proprietary formulas for optimal folate nutrition, especially in patients with genetic variations in folate metabolism
  
  
• Introduced FirstLine Therapy®, a unique system to enhance incorporation of therapeutic lifestyle changes into daily clinical practice

• Kaprex®—the first MetaProteomics-developed natural alternative delivering minor pain relief that's "friendly" to the gastrointestinal tract
  
  
• Introduced UltraMeal® Plus medical food to support conditions associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD)—clinically shown to improve 14 CV health markers

• Introduction of Zinlori 75®, containing an exclusive and proprietary zinc carnosine blend for digestive health backed by over 20 published studies

• Kaprex® AI introduced for minor pain relief and immune modulation support

• Ultracare First Start™ medical food introduced to nutritionally support the management of metabolic syndrome and obesity in children and teenagers
  
  
• UltraClear® Plus pH medical food introduced the consideration of alkalizing nutritional support for imbalanced detoxifiers to support toxin clearance