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Alfalfa
Description
Good for the digestive system, alkalizes and detoxifies the body.
Type: Herbs
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Aloe
Vera
Description
Famously known for its ability in healing burns, cuts and bug bites. Aloe
is also used in many skin and beauty products. Soothing and healing to
the digestive tract; helps fight intestinal infection. Increases blood-vessel
generation in lower extremities of people with poor circulation. Contains
lycopene, phytoene, phytofluene, beta-caroten, phytosterols, vitamin E.
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Alpha
Lipoic Acid
Description
Helps to recycle Vitamin E and Vitamin C, helps detoxify the liver and
may also help stabilize blood sugar levels. Helps protect the liver and
pancreas from damage.
Type: Amino Acid
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Apple
Pectin
Description
An indigestible, soluble fiber, apple pectin is a general intestinal
regulator that is used in many medicinal preparations, especially as
an anti-diarrhea agent.
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Astragalus
Root
Description
Astragalus Root is widely recognized as a natural protector of the immune
system. It is also considered a catalyst in improving digestion, and
is believed to be an all natural trigger that can increase the metabolism
in the body. Provides energy for the body to fight off infection, aids
the Adrenal Glands, effective for chronic lung weakness and is known
as an immune stimulant, useful for treating colds and flu’s and
is recommended by the American Cancer Society for post chemotherapy
use.
Type: Herbs
Related Nutrients: Fenugreek, Chromium
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Blueberry
Description
Studies by UPEI researchers, funded by the Natural Sciences and Engineering
Research Council (NSERC), have shown flavonoids (a sub-class of polyphenols)
found in blueberries can help prevent extensive damage caused by stroke,
reduce cholesterol, reduce inflammation and control type II diabetes.
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Boron
(Chelate)
Description
Boron is needed by the body to help in the growth of healthy bones and
muscles. Boron can also promote bone density.
Related Nutrients: Calcium
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Bromelain
Description
Protein-digestive enzyme from pineapple that reduces swelling.
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Calcium
(Gluconate, Citrate, Chelate, Malate)
Description
Calcium is vital in the formation and maintenance of healthy bones and
teeth. Daily calcium supplements are essential in the prevention of osteoporosis.
Type: Minerals
Related Nutrients: Magnesium, Silica, Phosphorus
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Chondroitin
(Sulfate)
Description
Supports strengthening of joints, ligaments and tendons. Chondroitin is
important in the creation of cartilage in the joints and works best in
combination with Glucosamine.
Related Nutrients: Glucosamine, MSM
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ChromeMate
(Chromium Polynicotinate)
Description
Promotes the burning of fat by the body, increases muscle mass and increases
the metabolism. It helps maintain stable blood sugar levels by helping
the body use its insulin properly. Signs of chromium deficiency are fatigue,
anxiety, elevated cholesterol, fatty deposits in arteries.
Type: Minerals
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Cinnamon
Description
Aids in controlling blood sugar levels and cardiovascular health. Also
an anti-diarrhea agent; used to treat digestive upset.
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Citric
Acid
Description
Citric Acid has the ability to help reduce urinary saturation of calcium
oxalate and calcium phosphate, retarding crystal growth of calcium salts.
Related Nutrients: Calcium
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Citrin
Description
Derived from the fruit of a plant known as Indian berry, it helps to promote
the burning of body fat as fuel and suppress the appetite. There have
not been any studies to know its affect on the nervous system.
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Citrus
Aurantium
Description
A safe appetite suppressant, it will help the body burn fat without damage
to the cardiovascular or nervous system.
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Citrus
Bioflavonoids
Description
In order for Citrus Bioflavonoids to work to their fullest, it’s
best to be used in combination with Vitamin C. Together they protect capillaries
and have an antibacterial effect. Bioflavonoids help in preventing bleeding
gums and bruising, as well as improving circulation.
Related Nutrients: Vitamin C
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Coenzyme
Q10
Description
CoQ10 is found naturally occurring in the body. A lack of CoQ10 may lead
to such problems as heart failure, heart disease and gum disease. CoQ10
is also a powerful antioxidant.
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Collagen
Description
Contrary to what some companies promote, collagen itself does not burn
fat; however, it places the body’s metabolism in an optimal state
to do so. When taken at bedtime, it is extremely effective during the
first phase of sleep in which the body is in a natural state of repair,
building and healing muscle tissue. Collagen’s specific amino acids
help to preserve and build lean muscle. Since muscle helps to regulate
and increase the metabolism, fat can then be burned as energy to help
support this bodily repair process.
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Elderberry
Description
A flower used by Native Americans for tea, also used for respiratory infections
and can be applied to wounds. Elderberry is famous for its ability to
fight off colds and flu’s. It has had a reputation for being as
good, if not better, then Echinacea.
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Eleuthero
(formerly Siberian Ginseng)
Description
Used for years in Eastern medicine to combat weakness and promote energy,
it has also shown helpful in asthma patients, helping to detoxify the
body and fighting fatigue.
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Ester
C
Description
Vitamin C is required for the production and maintenance of collagen,
a protein substance that forms the base for all connective tissues in
the body - bones, teeth, skins and tendons.
Type: Vitamins
Related Nutrients: Vitamin C
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Fenugreek
Description
Helps regulate blood sugar levels; may help reduce digestive track inflammation;
helps lower constipation occurrences. Fenugreek is also considered helpful
in reducing serum cholesterol levels as well as blood sugar levels in
people that suffer from diabetes.
Type: Herbs
Related Nutrients: Chromium, Cinnamon, Gymnema
Sylvestre
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FloraGlo
Lutein
Description
Deficiencies of lutein can lead to macular degeneration; helps protect
the eyes against free radical damage; may reduce the possibility of cataracts.
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Folic
Acid
Description
Also known as another member of the B-Vitamin family. Folic Acid can help
reduce the risk of heart attack. It’s also idea for women to have
extra folic acid as it may help decrease serious birth defects. Folic
Acid is considered a brain food and is needed for energy production and
the formation of red blood cells. It also helps breakdown an amino acid
that is associated with atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).
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Fruit
Pectin
Description
Source of Insoluble and soluble fiber.
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Ginkgo
Biloba Extract
Description
May be helpful in the treatment of short term memory loss, depression
and headaches. Also affected improvements in patients with glaucoma. Ginkgo
Biloba has shown impressive results as an antioxidant, helps platelet
function, and improves blood flow to the nervous system. (See your physician
if you are on blood thinning medications before using gingko biloba.)
Type: Herbs
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Glucosamine
(Sulfate, Hcl)
Description
Glucosamine has been shown to build joint cartilage. It also aids in preserving
existing cartilage by reducing the destruction of normal wear and tear
on the joints. Glucosamine may also help with asthma and skin ailments.
Related Nutrients: MSM, Chondroitin, Manganese
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Grape
Seed Extract
Description
Grape Seed Extract can help enhance development of normal cells as well
as reduce swelling of varicose veins or swelling from sports injuries
or surgery. Helps with varicose veins by strengthening the integrity of
the vein wall. Grape Seed Extract is also popular in the prevention of
bruising, aging and heart disease.
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Grapefruit
Seed Extract
Description
Acts as an anti-oxidant 20 to 50 times stronger then Vitamin E or Vitamin
C and helps fight off heart disease and strokes.
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Gymnema
Sylvestre
Description
Gymnema Sylvestre is an herb that is widely believed to help in bringing
blood sugar levels under control. It is recommended that diabetics take
700 mg of this herb a day.
Type: Herbs
Related Nutrients: Fenugreek, Astragalus Root,
Chromium, Cinnamon
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Hawthorn
Berry Extract
Description
Supports overall health of the heart by maintaining healthy blood pressure,
blood vessels and circulation. It also increased the flow of blood and
oxygen to the heart and improves endurance.
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Horsetail
(7% Silica)
Description
Contains Silica. Silica can help bolster the healing of broken bones and
strengthen connective tissues.
Type: Herbs
Related Nutrients: Silica
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Hyaluronic
Acid
Description
A natural lubricant critical for Synovial Fluid production. Improves Bone
Density; vital part of the joint matrix, lubricates and helps to protects
the joints from shock. Helps to lubricate eyes. Helps to maintain smooth,
elastic skin, increases vitality, restore hair color and improve hair
growth, and reduce fine lines; moisturizes skin from inside out.
Related Nutrients: Glucosamine, MSM, Chondroitin
- Irish
Moss
Description
helps relieve symptoms of many digestive disorders
- Iron
Description
Naturally occurring – can be less harsh than other forms. Iron is
required by the body for the formation of blood and for the maintenance
of a healthy circulation system. Perhaps the most important of iron’s
functions in the body is the production of hemoglobin and myoglobin and
also the oxygenation of red blood cells. Women can lose too much iron if
they have heavy or prolonged periods and/or short menstrual cycles, or from
strenuous exercise and heavy perspiration.
Type: Minerals
- L-Carnitine
Description
Helpful in the treatment of cardiovascular disease, it is necessary for
the transport of long-chain fatty acids for the heart and skeletal muscles.
It even helps protect against liver disease and diabetes.
- L-Lysine
Description
Lysine is an essential amino acid that is necessary for the proper absorption
of calcium into your system.
Type: Amino Acid
- L-Ornithine
Description
Assists in the release of growth hormones, which promotes the metabolism
of excess body fat. It also raises the effectiveness of collagen.
- L-Tyrosine
Description
Tyrosine is the immediate precursor to the thyroid hormone thyroxin which
is a major component of the weight control process. In the care of thyroid
dysfunction (hypothyroidism, which has a direct effect on weight loss),
therapeutic doses of tyrosine may have an impact upon your thyroid hormone
production and basal metabolism, assisting in weight loss.
- Lecithin
Description
Lecithin is a lipid material composed of choline and inositol. It is found
in all living cells as a component of cell membranes, which regulate the
nutrients entering and exiting the cell. Lecithin is an emulsifying agent
– this characteristic functions to break down the fat and disperses
it in water and/or in our blood stream, allowing the fat to be flushed out
of the body.
- Lyc-O-Mato
Description
Contains tomato phytonutrients including tocopherols and carotenoids which
are beneficial to prostate and skin health.
- Lycium
Berry
Description
May be beneficial for vision problems; may help to inhibit the precipitation
of fat in liver cells and promote the regeneration of liver cells. Also
known as goji berries and wolfberries.
- Lycopene
Description
Lycopene is a wonderful antioxidant and may be helpful in preventing cancer.
- Magnesium
(Gluconate, Chelate)
Description
Magnesium assists in the uptake of calcium by the body. It can also assist
in the prevention of depression, dizziness, muscle weakness and premenstrual
syndrome.
- Maitake
Description
Enhances immunity and helps the body adapt to stress and resist infection.
- Maltodextrin
Description
Excellent source of soluble fiber
- Manganese
(Chelate)
Description
Manganese is used by the body in energy production and is required for normal
bone growth and for reproduction. It is necessary for the synthesis of bone
and is used in the formation of cartilage and synovial (lubricating) fluid
of the joints.
Type: Minerals
Related Nutrients: Calcium, Glucosamine
- MSM
(Methylsulfonylmethane)
Description
MSM is a natural organic sulfur and is used as an anti-inflammatory to help
reduce swelling, pain and stiffness. MSM is also known for its therapeutic
properties, such as the healing of injuries. MSM also may help to detoxify
cells in the body, aiding and improving the immune functions and help decrease
muscle pain.
- Nettle
Description
May help decrease the need of excess night time urination and helps reduce
obstruction of urinary flow. Nettle has also been found useful as a pain
reliever and in the treatment of arthritis and hay fever.
Type: Herbs
- Omega
Essential Fatty Acids
Description
These are “good” fats that are necessary for your health (info
found in the Natural Health Bible) Omega Fatty Acids are used in treating
conditions including diabetes, arthritis, heart disease irritable bowl and
even osteoporosis.
- Optiberry
Description
Promotes healthy vision by providing anthocyanins, malvidin, cyanidin, delphinidin,
and petunidin. Promotes cardiovascular health.
- Parsley
Description
Helps promote a healthy digestive tract
- Pectin
Description
Effective in causing regressions in and preventing gallstones.
- Phosphorus
(Chelate)
Description
Phosphorus is a necessary component of effective calcium absorption.
Type: Minerals
Related Nutrients: Calcium
- Potassium
Description
Potassium is a mineral that promotes a regular heart rhythm. Potassium is
also helpful with high blood pressure. The average American diet contains
almost two times the amount of sodium per potassium intake; because we have
so much sodium it’s a good idea to help balance the scales with potassium
supplements.
Type: Minerals
- Potassium
Sorbate
Description
Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt version of sorbic acid, a polyunsaturated
fat used to inhibit mold growth. The French first discovered it in the 1850s,
having been derived from the mountain ash tree. It is widely used in the
food industry and few substances have had the kind of extensive, rigorous,
long-term testing that sorbic acid and its salts have had. It has been found
to be non-toxic even when taken in large quantities and breaks down in the
body into water and carbon dioxide in the Krebs cycle. It is hard to imagine
a naturally occurring nutrient that has been more maligned or more mischaracterized
than potassium sorbate. This is a big issue for us because a number of health
food stores to this very day exclude our product from their shelves because
they claim that potassium sorbate is an unhealthy preservative, despite
the fact that they have no valid scientific basis for their claim. The truth
is the facts weigh heavily against their bias. The issue is one of considerable
hypocrisy because virtually all health food stores carry aloe vera juice
and gels, along with other beverages, which use sorbic acid and/or its salts
(which includes potassium sorbate). I have never been to a store in my life,
whether it be a health food store or supermarket, where there has not been
a plentiful amount of products that contain potassium sorbate. I know of
several which contain sorbic acid and do not list it on the label. You see
this frequently in the health food industry. We are frequently asked why
we add potassium sorbate to our products. We add potassium sorbate for two
reasons: (1) to inhibit microbes, particularly mold and (2) increase the
potassium level in our product. We, like many conscientious food producers
in the natural foods market, wish to use natural ingredients to not only
provide the freshest, most convenient products on the market, but insure
their safety. There is no greater threat to the modern system of food distribution
than undesired, even pathogenic, microorganisms. This fantasyland thinking
has no basis whatsoever in know food science, and in fact just the opposite
is true. The all-time critic of food additives, Dr. Michael Jacobsen, has
given sorbic acid and its salts his highest rating, SAFE. He has indicated
that, “the body metabolizes potassium sorbate like any other polyunsaturated
fat.” Many of the most common food additives which health-conscious
Americans take for granted have not received this rating: hydrolyzed vegetable
proteins, common food colorings, BHA, BHT, TBHQ, nitrates, etc. ***information
from the Lumen Foods web site @ www.soybean.com***
Type: Minerals
- Psyllium
Husk
Description
Helps lower occurrences of constipation; also helpful for lowering cholesterol.
- Pumpkin
Seed
Description
Useful for prostate disorders and irritable bladder, pumpkin seed has been
approved for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in Germany.
- Pygeum
Description
Derived off the bark of a tree in central Africa, Pygeum may help reduce
inflammation and enlargement in the prostate. Pygeum is also helpful in
reducing frequent night time urination.
Type: Herbs
- Regenasure
Glucosamine HCL
Description
All natural, all vegetarian Glucosamine HCL derived from corn, specifically
made for those with shellfish allergies and vegetarians. Glucosamine has
been shown to build joint cartilage. It also aids in preserving existing
cartilage by reducing the destruction of normal wear and tear on the joints.
Glucosamine may also help with asthma and skin ailments. It stimulates production
of proteoglycans and collagen which may help skin stay more resilient
- Rhodiola
Rosea
Description
Taken for extra energy, less fatigue, extra mental acuity & clarity,
extra stamina & strength - greater performance both mental & physical.
- Saw Palmetto
Extract
Description
Historically, Native Americans used this berry for urinary problems in men.
Saw Palmetto has shown useful study after study and seems to significantly
improve urinary flow. Saw Palmetto inhibits production of dihydrotestosterone,
a form of testosterone that enlarges the prostate.
Type: Herbs
- Selenium
Description
Works most effectively when combined with Vitamin E, selenium helps in the
development of white blood cells, improving the immune system and preventing
inflammation of acne. Selenium also helps protect against heart, liver and
lung disease and may also help asthma patients. (It’s unwise to take
more then 1000 mcg of selenium daily)
Type: Minerals
- Silica
Description
Silica can help bolster the healing of broken bones and strengthen connective
tissues.
Type: Minerals
Related Nutrients: Horsetail, Calcium
- Sodium
Benzoate
Description
Also known as “benzoate of soda,” sodium benzoate is the sodium
salt of “benzoic acid,” an FDA-approved, polyunsaturated fat
that has been used by food manufacturers for over 80 years to inhibit microbial
growth. Sodium benzoate can prevent growth of almost all microorganisms
(yeast, bacteria and fungi). It operates best in an acidic environment and
it works synergically with other food-grade preservatives – most notably
potassium sorbate. Sodium benzoate is freely found in nature, and even organically
grown cranberries or prunes can contain levels of benzoic acid that exceed
the legal limit imposed by the FDA on U.S. food manufacturers (0.1% by weight),
although the level normally found in berries will be in the range of 0.05
to 0.1%. Sodium benzoic, as well as benzoic acid are completely SAFE, and
like the preservative, potassium sorbate (sorbic acid), have been labeled
SAFE by the leading food additive authority, Dr. Michael Jacobsen, founder
and president of Center for Science in the Public Interest. In 1954 Dr.
W.H. Stein reported in the Journal of the American Chemical Society that
benzoate is a natural metabolite of the human body. Because commercial sodium
benzoate is today made in laboratories, it has sometimes been banned by
certain entities in the health food industry. There is no scientific basis
for any claim that benzoate is unhealthy. It is a substance natural to the
body’s own metabolism, and in this respect is no different in its
functioning as a preservative than vinegar (acetic acid). ***information
from the Lumen Foods web site @ www.soybean.com***
- Suma
Description
Suma is a large ground vine native to Central and South America. Similar
to how ginseng works in the body, Suma will help enhance immunity.
- Valerian
Root
Description
Helps promote sleep and beneficial REM sleep.
- Vitamin
A
Description
Vitamin A as beta carotene is an essential vitamin. It can help prevent
night blindness and slow signs of aging.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
B-1/Thiamine
Description
Helps metabolism of carbohydrates and aids in digestion. Protects against
damage caused by alcohol abuse, helps in circulation of blood and blood
formation, has a positive effect on energy and has been used and can be
helpful in the treatment of diabetes and certain types of herpes.
Type:
Vitamins
- Vitamin
B-12/Cyanocobalamin
Description
Needed for energy, help protect against toxins in the body and is needed
for the brain. Vitamin B-12 is a must have supplement for vegetarians.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
B-2/Riboflavin
Description
Promotes energy, helps fight free radicals in the body. Since it is water
soluble, the body does not store Vitamin B-2, so it must be constantly replaced
through diet or supplements.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
B-3/Niacin
Description
Great for the skin and circulation. Vitamin B-3 has also been known to help
lower cholesterol and protect against cardiovascular disease. Helps lower
blood levels of cholesterol and may benefit people with diabetes and high
blood pressure. Also aids in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and proteins.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
B-5/Pantothenic Acid
Description
Helps convert carbohydrates, fats and proteins into energy for the body
to burn. Deficiency in Vitamin B-5 may cause a sense of fatigue, nausea
or headaches, and may be useful in helping anxiety and depression. Vitamin
B-5 is also known as the “anti-stress” B vitamin.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
B-6/Pyridoxine
Description
Is required for the proper functioning of more then 60 enzymes and may help
diabetics in controlling insulin levels. Has been used to help patients
will allergies, arthritis and asthma. Vitamin B-6 helps build the immune
system. It’s not only good for the body; it’s good for the mind.
It is required by the nervous system and needed for normal brain function.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
C
Description
A powerful antioxidant required to produce collagen, which is the main supportive
protein in cartilage, tendon and connective tissue. Vitamin C is an anti-oxidant
that is required for at least 300 metabolic functions, including tissue
growth and repair, adrenal gland function and healthy gums. It aids in the
production of anti-stress hormones and in important immune system protein.
Type: Vitamins
- Vitamin
D
Description
Vitamin D is necessary for growth and is especially important for the normal
growth and development of bones and teeth in children. It protects against
muscle weakness and is involved in regulation of the heartbeat. It is believed
to be important in the prevention of breast and colon cancer, osteoarthritis,
osteoporosis and hypocalcaemia. Vitamin D is necessary for the absorption
and utilization of calcium. It is also important for development of strong
teeth and bones. It protects against muscle weakness and is involved in
regulation of the heartbeat. It also enhances immunity and thyroid function.
Type: Vitamins
Related Nutrients: Calcium
- Vitamin
E (Acetate)
Description
In addition to being a wonderful antioxidant, Vitamin E helps to prevent
cell damage. Vitamin E also helps to prevent skin spots and wrinkles, reduce
scars and repair tissue, especially when taken in conjunction with Vitamin
C. Vitamin E also has shown useful in helping to prevent heart attacks,
prostate cancer, Alzheimer’s, and cardiovascular disease. It helps
to improve circulation, is necessary for tissue repair and promotes normal
blood clotting and helps reduce blood pressure.
Type: Vitamins
- Zinc
Description
Zinc is a mineral important to prostate gland function. More than 300 enzymes
in the body need zinc in order to function properly.
Type: Minerals
