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INFORMATIONAL FACTS
ON THE LIST OF INGREDIENTS
Plant Source Ionic Trace Minerals:
Many people don’t realize how vital minerals are to overall health,
and yet every living cell in existence depends on minerals for proper structure
and function. The human body needs minerals for the proper composition of
body fluids, healthy nerve function, the formation of blood and bone, muscle
tone, sugar metabolism, weight control, energy production, growth, and healing.
Minerals are also essential for the proper utilization of vitamins and other
nutrients, and are necessary for all enzyme activity.
Some minerals, although necessary for good health, are only needed in very
small amounts. These are called trace elements. All trace elements are a derivative
of all natural plant sources.
Vitamin A: (Palmitate/Beta Carotene)
This nutrient is one of the most important antioxidants and free radical 'hunters'
which have been found to strengthen the immune system, destroy carcinogens
(cancer-causing substances), and guard against heart disease and stroke and
lower cholesterol levels. The body converts Beta-Carotene to vitamin A, which
is necessary for healthy skin and mucous membranes (the body's first line
of defense against invading micro-organisms). Beta-Carotene is an orange plant
pigment; 2 vitamin A molecules hooked tail to tail. While too much vitamin
A can be toxic, beta carotene is non-toxic. The body stores carotene, and
makes vitamin A from it only as it needs vitamin A.
This versatile nutrient is important for preventing eye disorders (such as
night blindness), and skin disorders (such as acne). It has been found to
enhance immunity, protect against environmental damage, heal gastrointestinal
disorders, form healthy bones and teeth, and even fight cancer.
Vitamin C: (Ascorbic Acid)
Is an antioxidant and is a powerful oxidizer and when given in massive amounts;
that is, 50 grams to 150 grams, intravenously, for certain pathological conditions,
and "run in" as fast as 20 Gauge needle will allow, it acts as a
"Flash Oxidizer," often correcting the pathology within minutes.
Ascorbic acid is also a powerful reducing agent. Its neutralizing action on
certain toxins, exotoxins, virus infections, endotoxins and histamine is in
direct proportion to the amount of the lethal factor involved and the amount
of ascorbic acid given. At times it is necessary to use ascorbic acid intramuscularly.
It should always be used orally, when possible, along with the needle.
• Is an antioxidant.
• Aids wound healing.
• Maintains your adrenal cortex & ovaries.
• Detoxifies heavy metals, pesticides, & other pollutants.
• Participates in the metabolism of tryptophan, tyrosine & phenylalanine
to neurotransmitters & other essential substances.
• Acts in the synthesis of collagen, cartilage, bone, & teeth.
• Strengthens capillaries & other blood vessels & controls bleeding.
• Aids iron absorption.
• Stimulates white blood cell immune activity & partially protective
against colds & flu & all infections.
• Maintain cellular oxygen turnover & cell membranes.
• Stimulates interferon (an immune system soldier).
Vitamin D3: (Cholecalciferol)
Vitamin D3 is the active & preferable form of vitamin D. It is a fat soluble
vitamin & its absorption depends upon the presence of bile & fats
in the intestines. Vitamin D3 functions more like a hormone than a vitamin
because of the many cellular functions it affects. Many investigators already
regard vitamin D as a hormone because of its sterol chemical structure &
the fact that sunlight on your skin can use your body to make vitamin D.
Vitamin E: (d-Alpha Tocopheral)
Vitamin E has been extensively researched & found to have an almost unbelievable
list of impacts on bodily processes. Vitamin E has long been known to be a
powerful antioxidant which works to stabilize dangerous free radicals that
form in fatty tissues & cell membranes. High dietary sources are wheat
germ, crude vegetables & grain oils, soybeans & yeast.
Vitamin E has been shown to exert the following actions:
o Helps stabilize & protect cell membranes, especially red blood cells.
o Helps to protect cholesterol from oxidizing to a harmful form.
o Helps protect against light induced cataract formation.
o May help relieve hot flashes & breast tenderness.
o Reduces the risk of Sickle Cell Anemia.
o Is valuable in the repair of tissues & in retarding the scarring &
fibrotic processes.
o Studies show intake associated with a decreased risk for prostate cancer.
o May protect against cardio toxic effects of alcohol.
o Have antihistaminic properties.
o May help with acne, combined with other nutrients
o Decrease LDL oxidation
o Can decrease breast soreness & relieve fibrocystic disease.
o Helps to protect against heart disease.
o Helps decrease the harmful effects of air pollution.
o HIV positive people with the highest serum vitamin E levels experienced
a 34% decrease in the risk of progression of AIDS.
o In Alzheimer's disease, 2000 units daily delayed functional deterioration.
o Can enhance the production of prostacyclin, a potent vasodilator & inhibit
platelet aggregation through a reduction in thromboxane.
o Studies in the elderly showed 200 units daily increased immune function
by enhancing T-cell mediated activity.
o Helped restore urinary filtration flow in rats with severe kidney disease.
o Inhibits factors contributing to colon cancer.
Additionally Vitamin E has helped or prevented the following conditions:
o Menopausal symptoms
o Premenstrual syndrome
o Menstrual cramps
o Restless leg syndrome
o Muscle cramps
o Intermittent claudication/peripheral vascular insufficiencies
o Vascular fragility
o Recurrent miscarriages
o Seborrheic dermatitis
o Wound healing
o Muscular dystrophy
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
Thiamine was the first vitamin to be identified & used therapeutically.
High dietary B1 is found in wheat germ, rice brain, soy beans, yeast &
organ meats. Vitamin B1 is particularly depleted by high carbohydrate intake,
processed food diets, caffeine, sugar, alcohol, antibiotics, & other drugs,
gastrointestinal disturbances, pregnancy & breast feeding, hyperthyroidism,
diabetes.
Other at risk groups are children, teenagers, the elderly, the mentally ill,
those with high stress, & athletes.
The functions of Vitamin B1 are:
• Carbohydrate metabolism.
• Participates in the synthesis of acetylcholine.
• Nerve conduction & transmission.
• Energy production.
• Oxygen metabolism. Normals who took 50 mg B1 supplements became more
clearheaded, self composed, energetic & had faster reaction times. In
35 patients 65 years or older 10 mg of B1 daily improved quality of life,
decreased blood pressure, & benefited sleep & energy. Five hundred
mg daily resolved weakness & unsteady gait during infections.
Other conditions benefiting from Vitamin B1:
• Depression
• Sciatica
• Facial paralysis
• Lumbago
• Peripheral neuropathies
• Edema
• Slowed heart rate
• Difficulty speaking
• Wide based unsteady gait
• Congestive heart failure
• Agitation
• Dementia
• Low blood pressure
• Poor coordination
• Lead poisoning
• Muscle tenderness
• Nausea
• Nervousness
• Weak eye muscles
• Hypersensitivity to pain
• Palpitations
• Shortness of breath
• Seborrheic dermatitis
• Prevents muscle injury in athletes
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
As with the other B vitamins, Vitamin B2 is commonly deficient, both because
of low dietary intake & lifestyle factors that deplete it, such as cigarette
smoking, alcohol, sugar.
Foods highest in Vitamin B2 are liver, yeast, dairy, beans, nuts, avocados,
& vegetables. Human requirements are proportional to energy expenditure.
The primary functions of Vitamin B2 are:
• As a co-enzyme in the energy producing function of your cells.
• Maintenance of the external tissue of the eyes, lips, skin.
• Fetal development.
Vitamin B2 needs to be particularly supplemented with:
• Pregnancy
• Breast feeding
• Liver malfunctions
• High energy expenditure - in sports or work
• Antibiotic treatment
• Fevers
• Hyperthyroidism
• Traumatic stress
Vitamin B3 (Niacin amide)
Niacin amide is the amide form of nicotinic acid (Niacin). It is often used
interchangeably with niacin. Some prefer it because it does not create a flush
as does niacin.
Niacin's major functions are:
• As a co-enzyme in carbohydrate & lipid metabolism & oxygen
utilization.
• Critical to energy production.
• Important for the health of the brain, skin, & digestive organs.
• Maintains manufacture of hormones, proteins, & lipids.
• Stimulates gastric & bile secretion.
• Growth.
• Vasodilator.
USES for
• Depression
• Short attention span/hyperactivity/poor concentration(500-6000 mg
daily)
• Irritability, insomnia, emotional instability
• To decrease cholesterol levels
• Hypertension
• Apathy, weakness, low energy
• Tranquilizer
• Helps clear toxins from the body
• Reduce alcohol craving & drug & alcohol withdrawal (1000-3000mg
daily)
• Canker sores
• Inflammation/fissures of lips
• Halitosis
• Dermatitis
• Recurring headaches
• Poor circulation
• Improves lost appetite
• Burning sensations anywhere on body
• Tremor
• Tardive dyskinesia (100-500 mg daily)
• Raynaud's disease
• Edema
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
It is an essential vitamin to aid in the formation of healthy red blood cells
and supports more vital bodily functions than any other vitamin. A water-soluble
vitamin, Vitamin B6 is needed to release energy from the food we eat. Since
it cannot be stored in the body, it must be obtained daily from either food
or supplements.
Folic Acid
Folic acid (folinic acid, folacin, pteroylglutamic acid) is essential for
the synthesis of adenine and thymine, two of the four nucleic acids that make
up our genes, DNA and chromosomes. It is also required for the proper metabolism
of the essential amino acid methionine that is found primarily in animal proteins.
A folic acid deficiency has been clearly linked to an elevated level of homocysteine,
a sulfur-containing amino acid. High homocysteine levels, in turn, have been
linked to cardiovascular disease and a host of other undesirable conditions.
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)
B-12 is a concern of many vegetarians because only negligible amounts of true
B-12 are found in plant life. B-12 is made by bacteria in the soil and it
can be synthesized by bacteria within the body. There are bacteria in the
small intestine of the human body that can make B-12, but our research shows
that intestinal flora is not a sufficient source for everyone. Many claim
that plant foods contain B-12, but they contain almost exclusively analogues
of B-12, which interfere with the body's metabolism of true cobalamin. This
seems to be especially true with sea vegetation such as chlorella, spirulina,
blue-green algae, nori, and dulse. (An analogue appears to be the real thing,
but it is not, and it masks a deficiency.) It is not safe to rely on marine
plant life or soy products for vitamin B-12.
It is necessary for:
• Production of red blood cells & white blood cells.
• Regeneration of RNA & DNA
• With the other B vitamins the conversion of fats, carbohydrates, &
protein to energy.
• Protein & lipid synthesis
• Nerve cell maintenance & nerve sheath (myelin) maintenance.
• Maintaining growth.
• Methylations
• Brain function maintenance.
• Choline synthesis
• Maintains epithelial & mucous membrane cells.
• Maintains normal bone marrow.
• Maintains normal gastrointestinal tract.
• Apart from all the factors contributing to decreased vitamin B12,
studies show the daily intake of vitamin B12 is 70% less than ideal.
Vitamin K (Phytonadione)
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin that plays an important role in blood clotting.
Vitamin K is known as the clotting vitamin, because without it blood would
not clot. Some studies indicate that it helps in maintaining strong bones
in the elderly. Vitamin K deficiency is very rare and occurs when there is
an inability to absorb the vitamin from the intestinal tract.
Vitamin K deficiency can also occur after prolonged treatment with oral antibiotics.
Individuals with vitamin K deficiency usually have an increased propensity
to bruising and bleeding.
Biotin
Biotin is a water soluble vitamin which can be depleted by stress. It is essential
in the conversion of carbohydrates to energy & plays a major role in fat
& protein metabolism for building healthy tissue.
Biotin works synergistically with insulin to lower blood sugar levels in diabetics
especially at higher doses of 10-20 mg.
Biotin is involved in multiple biochemical reactions in your body as an enzymatic
cofactor & works synergistically with some of the B complex vitamins &
zinc.
Biotin needs are increased with:
• Toxic or irritable bowel conditions.
• Gastrointestinal malabsorption.
• With antibiotics or antacids which upset the normal intestinal microbes.
• With pregnancy & lactation.
• Advancing age.
• Stress.
• Carbohydrate tolerance problems.
• Periods involving extensive tissue repair.
Vitamin B5 ( Pantothenic Acid)
The major function of pantothenic acid (VITAMIN B5) is to serve as part of
co-enzyme A, which is at the center of energy metabolism, as well as fat,
acetylcholine, & antibody synthesis.
It helps to protect against stress & works synergistically with other
B vitamins to prevent other B vitamin deficiency diseases. Special conditions
requiring supplementation are: stress, aging, arthritis, illness, malabsorption,
weakness, depression, burning foot syndrome, & streptomycin toxicity.
Calcium (Lactate/Gluconate)
Maintaining strong teeth and bones is essential for the prevention of osteoporosis,
a progressive bone disease that just about everyone faces as they grow older.
Getting enough calcium throughout life greatly reduces the risks of developing
this condition — and can also help maintain healthy gums, a regular
heartbeat, and proper nerve transmission. In addition, calcium lowers blood
cholesterol, prevents heart disease, and is essential for muscle growth.
Substances which serve as mechanisms to stabilize pH are called buffers. Buffers
have the capacity to bond ions and remove them from solution whenever their
concentration begins to rise. Conversely, buffers can release ions whenever
their concentration begins to fall. Buffers thus help to minimize the fluctuations
in pH. This is an important function because many biochemical reactions normally
occurring in living organisms either release or use up ions. Calcium is the
body's main buffer. This is why there is a calcium crisis in health. Low pH
= High Acidosis = Lower Oxygen = More Calcium Loss to buffer the acidosis.
Iron (Ferrous Phosphate)
A mineral essential to the formation of hemoglobin and myoglobin (which carries
oxygen in the blood and muscles, respectively). A part of several proteins
and enzymes in the body.
Iodine (from Kelp)
Iodine is essential for the proper regulation of energy through its effect
on metabolism. Thyroxine, the major thyroid hormone, aids in protein synthesis,
carbohydrate absorption and the conversion of carotin to Vitamin A. Kelp not
only absorbs iodine from seawater, it also sponges up an enormous supply of
essential nutrients and delivers them to the thyroid and the rest of the body.
These nutrients include protein, essential fatty acid, carbohydrates, fiber,
trace elements, sodium and potassium salts, and a variety of other chemicals,
such as alginic acid. Additionally, the trace mineral content of Kelp is among
the highest of any known single source.
Iodine in Kelp also helps to maintain a healthy thyroid, thereby significantly
reducing one major possible cause of obesity. In addition, seaweed increases
the body's ability to burn off fat through exercise. Thus, stamina is boosted,
allowing cells to consume energy more efficiently. Kelp has also been shown
to support the lowering of blood cholesterol levels.
Magnesium (Gluconate)
Magnesium is an important mineral for healthy bones and teeth, and is involved
in proper nerve and muscle functioning, as well as regulating blood pressure.
Magnesium may help prevent dizziness, depression, premenstrual syndrome (PMS),
insomnia, and muscle weakness and twitching. This mineral is also important
in aiding the enzymes involved in energy production. Magnesium deficiency
is one of the leading causes of cardiovascular disease in the Western world.
Zinc (Gluconate)
Zinc plays a role inside the human body as a vital trace element essential
for digestion, reproduction and kidney function. Over 200 enzymes in the human
body are known to need zinc. It is also noted for its ability to blend with
other metals and is often used as an alloying agent.
The effects of zinc are so dramatic that some people have gone as far as to
call it "the cure for the common cold". Research has supported the
claims that zinc really can fight colds. Zinc is a cofactor for many enzymes
required for healing damaged skin.
Helps to reduce the prolactin levels in your body & thus secondarily inhibits
DHT. Prostate enlargement is a common symptom of zinc deficiency & zinc
deficiency is common among American men. Zinc may also play a role in the
prevention of prostate cancer.
Copper (Gluconate)
Essential for healing, energy production, healthy nerves and joints, and hair
and skin coloring, copper also aids in the formation of bone, hemoglobin,
and red blood cells. (Note: excessive intake of copper can lead to toxicity,
which has been linked to numerous health problems).
Selenium (Amino Acid Chelate)
Selenium is an essential ultra trace dietary nutrient. Selenium helps to protect
your body from toxic substances, protects against heavy metal toxicity, (especially
mercury), cadmium, may reduce the incidence of mortality from cancer, help
prevent cardiovascular disease, & support immune function. Adequate selenium
levels may inhibit HIV transcription & consequently delay the onset of
AIDS.
Manganese (Gluconate)
Manganese (Mn) is a component of several enzyme systems, including manganese-specific
glycosyltransferases and phosphoenolpyruvate carboxykinase, and is essential
for normal bone structure. Intake varies greatly, depending mainly on the
consumption of rich sources, such as unrefined cereals, green leafy vegetables,
and tea.
Potassium (Gluconate)
Potassium is an important mineral used in various bodily functions. It is
an important factor in the maintenance of the body's acid-base balance and
nerve condition, as well as the transfer of nutrients through cell membranes.
Potassium is found in a number of foods, including dairy, fish, and other
meats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Because food processing reduces
the levels of naturally occurring nutrients in foods, supplementation may
be necessary to insure adequate intake.
Chromium (Polynicotinate)
Is a trivalent Chromium, patented by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Clinical studies have established that chromium picolinate has an insulin
stimulating and binding action. This action has produced a 44% differential
lean muscle mass gain over placebo groups, and at the same time body fat was
decreased 23% (versus 7% for the placebo group). This ingredient is frequently
used in many over-the-counter (OTC) weight loss preparations.
Molybdenum
An essential trace element that helps regulate iron stores in the body and
is a key component of at least three enzymes involved with carbohydrate metabolism
and fat oxidation. It's involved in the metabolism of nucleic acids (DNA and
RNA) iron and food converts food into energy, and helps break down toxic build
ups of sulfites in the body. Molybdenum deficiencies are associated with esophageal
cancer, sexual impotency and tooth decay.
Lemon Bioflavonoids
Bioflavonoids help maximize the benefits of vitamin C by inhibiting its breakdown
in the body. In 1935, Albert Szent-Györgyi demonstrated that an extract
he called citrin, made from lemon peels, was more effective than pure vitamin
C in preventing scurvy. In 1936, Szent-Györgyi found that citrin was
a mixture of bioflavonoids, including the flavone hesperidin and a flavonol
glucoside. Szent-Györgyi believed that bioflavonoids should be considered
vitamins, but was not able to substantiate that they were essential nutrients.
Still, many researchers and physicians believe that dietary intake of bioflavonoids
is beneficial for blood vessel health and possibly for protection against
heart disease.
In their natural state, bioflavonoids are usually found in close association
with vitamin C. In treating conditions, vitamin C and bioflavonoids each enhance
the action of the other compound. Therefore, when taken as supplements, they
often should be used in combination to increase effectiveness. In general,
all bioflavonoids are potentially useful as antioxidants, antivirals, and
anti-inflammatories. Other health benefits of the various bioflavonoids include:
• preventing nosebleeds, miscarriages, postpartum bleeding, and other
types of hemorrhages
• the treatment and prevention of menstrual disorders
• protection against cancer and heart disease
• anticoagulant activity (preventing blood clotting)
• reducing the occurrence of easy bruising
• decreasing the cholesterol level
• improving symptoms related to aging
• protection against infections
• counteracting the effects of pollution, pesticides, rancid fats, and
alcohol
• ability to reduce pain
• improving the circulation
• improving liver function
• improvement of vision and eye diseases
• strengthening the walls of the blood vessels
Rutin Bioflavonoids
Rutin is a bioflavonoid, which is effective in reducing hemorrhoids. It does
this by strengthening and improving the permeability of the blood vessels
and capillaries. Blood vessels that have a high efficiency of allowing nutrients
and wastes to move in and out of their walls easily – permeability –
allow the area involved to recover from illness quicker.
Here are some of the benefits of rutin: * provides nutritional support to
the circulatory systems m * provides nutrition to the eye capillaries and
is used for glaucoma * prevents recurrent bleeding caused by weakened blood
vessels * prevents blood vessel walls becoming fragile
In addition to treatment for hemorrhoids, rutin has been found useful and
effective for poor circulation, high blood pressure, varicose veins, capillary
fragility, and other conditions where the blood vessels are weak.
Rutin can be used to treat chronic venous insufficiency (condition in which
blood drains inadequately from a body part), glaucoma, hay fever, hemorrhoids,
varicose veins, poor circulation, oral herpes, cirrhosis, stress, low serum
calcium, and for cataracts. It is helpful in reducing weakness in the blood
vessels and the resultant hemorrhages. Rutin can relieve the pain from bumps
and bruises. Rutin may be taken to help reduce serum cholesterol. It is also
useful in treating rheumatic diseases such as gout, arthritis, systemic lupus
erythematosus (a chronic disease marked by a rash on the face with a variety
of symptoms), and ankylosing spondylitis (condition affecting ligaments in
the spine, involving the hips and shoulders).
Choline (Bitartrate)
A pseudo-vitamin involved in the metabolism of fats and in nerve function,
and found in lecithin (phosphatidyl choline). Choline also aids in hormone
production. High blood levels of choline have been shown to protect against
age-associated mental decline by boosting acetylcholine levels in the brain.
Inositol
Inositol is an accessory food factor manufactured in your body. Good external
sources are cantaloupe, grapefruit, oranges, limes, stone ground whole wheat
bread, cooked beans & green beans. It functions in the metabolism of fats.
May be useful for:
• Helping with sleep problems, especially inability to fall back asleep
after middle of night awakening.
• Promotes healthy hair by thickening thin hair.
• Can exert a calming tranquilizing effect in anxiety.
• Preventing fatty infiltration of the liver by working in conjunction
with other nutrients to stimulate normal liver management of fats.
PABA (Para Aminobenzoic Acid)
PABA is used to improve the protein used in the body, it relates to red blood
cell formation as well as assisting the manufacture of folic acid in the intestines.
Para-aminobenzoic acid is used in sunscreen preparations since it can help
protect the skin against ultra-violet radiation.
It has been linked to hair growth as well as reversing the graying of hair,
but these results are disappointing. People suffering from vitiligo, over-pigmentation
of skin, or without pigment in some spots, have reported an improvement of
the skin after more PABA was ingested.
PABA also assists with breaking down of protein, the formation of red blood
cells and maintaining intestinal flora.
Super Food Vitality Blend:
Spirulina:
Spirulina is a low fat, low calorie, cholesterol-free source of protein containing
all the essential amino acids. It helps combat problems like diabetes, anemia
and atmospheric pollution. It also helps combat 'free radicals' which can
lead to ailments like cancer, arthritis, cataracts. Moreover, the gamma-linolenic
acid (GLA) present in spirulina dissolves fat deposits, helps prevent heart
problems and reduces "bad cholesterol". The National Cancer Institute,
USA, has additionally announced that sulfolipids in spirulina are remarkably
active against HIV. Regular intake of spirulina increases anti-viral activity,
stimulates the immune system, reduces kidney toxicity, improves wound healing
and reduces radiation sickness.
Beyond anti-aging benefits, scientists are discovering unusual phytonutrients
in Spirulina. The National Cancer Institute has identified compounds in blue-green
algae as remarkable active against the AIDS virus. A Russian patent was awarded
to Spirulina as a medical food for improving the immunity of the "Children
of Chernobyl" suffering from radiation illness. Reports from HIV-positive
patients and children with malnutrition show Spirulina helps to boost the
immune system.
Overused antibiotics have created highly resistant bacteria. Most antibiotics
are no longer effective. Now scientists want to identify probiotics that strengthen
the immune system to prevent disease and cancer. Based on this animal research,
as little as 3 grams per day of Spirulina may be effective for humans. It
seems to turbocharge the immune system to seek out and destroy disease causing
microorganisms and cancer cells.
Wheat Grass:
Wheat sprout extracts have demonstrated antimutagenic activity in vitro. The
mechanism of the antimutagenic effect is unclear. Wheat sprouts and wheat
grass are rich in chlorophyll, and the antimutagenic activity of wheat sprouts
may be accounted for by the presence of this substance, which is known to
have antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic activities.
There are three enzymes known to have significant anti-oxidant activity. One
of these is Superoxide Dismutase (SOD), which is present in wheat grass. It
has been found that cancerous cells have a deficiency or a complete lack of
SOD. So, if you supplement your diet with wheat grass you will almost certainly
be helping your body to avoid, or deal with, cancerous conditions. Anti-oxidants
have the ability to mop up free radicals and so reduce or avoid cell mutation.
Mutation is part of the first stage of cancer formation. This is an extremely
important factor - because cancer is the biggest killer after heart disease
in the Western world
Firstly, it appears to act in a way similar to anti-oxidants as far as cell
mutations are concerned. It stimulates the renewal of RNA and DNA - the creative
matter of the body. This means that cell deterioration and mutation will be
slowed down or avoided. Therefore, there will probably be benefits from using
wheat grass to avoid - or even during - degenerative diseases.
Secondly, it appears to reduce inflammation - some say in a more powerful
way than cortisone (and without the side-effects, of course). Some remarkable
cures have been observed with wheat grass for people with inflammatory conditions
such as arthritis.
A third property of P4D1, is that it is also thought to be able to help the
body attack cancer cells, by helping to make the walls of the cancerous cells
more open to attack by the body's white blood cells. This adds to the anti-cancer
properties of SOD (see above).
Barley Grass:
Barley grass is one of the green grasses - the only vegetation on the earth
that can supply sole nutritional support from birth to old age. Barley has
served as a food staple in most cultures. The use of barley for food and medicinal
purposes dates to antiquity. Agronomists place this ancient cereal grass as
being cultivated as early as 7000 BC. Roman gladiators ate barley for strength
and stamina. In the West, it was first known for the barley grain it produces.
Barley grass extracts have been found to protect human fibroblasts against
carcinogenic agents. Barley grass contains several substances other than chlorophyll
that have antioxidant activity and that may contribute to its possible antimutagenic
and anticarcinogenic activities.
Barley also contains a -glucan, a fiber also found in oat bran and reported
to reduce cholesterol levels. The root contains the alkaloid hordenine which
stimulates peripheral blood circulation and has been used as a bronchodilator
for bronchitis. Barley bran, like wheat bran may be effective in protecting
against the risk of cancer. Barley Grass is good for stomach and duodenum
disorders, and for pancreatitis, and is an ideal anti-inflammatory substance.
Alfalfa Leaf Juice Concentrate:
Alfalfa has been used for thousands of years in many parts of the world, as
a source of food for people and livestock and as a medicinal herb. It is probably
more useful as a source of easily accessible nutrients than as a medicinal
herb.
Alfalfa has a long history of folk use in Europe as a diuretic or "water
pill." It is also said that alfalfa can lower cholesterol. Alfalfa is
used as to treat arthritis, diabetes, digestive problems, weight loss, ulcers,
kidney and bladder problems, prostate conditions, asthma, and hay fever. Alfalfa
is also said to be estrogenic (estrogen-like).
Alfalfa (medicago sativa) is often used for genital urinary support and also
blood lipid support. The leaves of the alfalfa plant contain saponins. Alfalfa
is believed to be a galactagogue, (an agent that promotes the secretion and
flow of milk.)
Octacosanol (from Spinach):
Octacosanol present in spinach is a nutritent that promotes stamina and energy.
Gentle Prenatal Blend:
Red Raspberry Leaf 4:1 Extract:
Red raspberry leaf contains another secret ingredient called Fragerine, this
alkaloid gives tone to the uterus and pelvis which in turn can help with preventing
miscarriage, and false labor. It also is great for producing more effective
contractions during labor, which can aid in having a faster birth. Having
said that it is also important to note that Red Raspberry leaf does not start
labor or promote contractions. It is NOT an emmenagogue or oxytocic herb and
will not start a labor or promote contractions. Post partum this little herb
can help with the prevention of hemorrhage or bleeding and its high mineral
content helps in the production of breast milk. When the first menses after
childbirth comes back Raspberry leaf tea is excellent for cramping because
of the relaxing and soothing effect it has on the uterus.
Chamomile Flower 4:1:
Chamomile Flower is a mild relaxant useful for nervousness, stress and anxiety.
As an antispasmodic, it is used for cramps of all types. As a diaphoretic,
it promotes perspiration, a time honored method of “sweating it out.”
Chamomile is edible and medicinal. The flowers are edible and quite tasty
in salads or made into a refreshing cold or warm beverage. Chamomile Flower
is frequently used for anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic and digestive complaints,
particularly gas. This gentle herb is basically good for all constitutional
types.
Ginger Root Fresh Juice 10:1:
Ginger juice is the juice of the root. Ginger, the underground stem, or rhizome,
of the plant Zingiber officinale has been used as a medicine in Asian, Indian,
and Arabic herbal traditions since ancient times. In China, for example, ginger
has been used to aid digestion and treat stomach upset, diarrhea, and nausea
for more than 2,000 years. Since ancient times, ginger has also been used
to help treat arthritis, colic, diarrhea, and heart conditions. In addition
to these medicinal uses, ginger continues to be valued around the world as
an important cooking spice and is believed to help the common cold, flu-like
symptoms, headaches, and even painful menstrual periods.
At least two studies have found that ginger is more effective than placebo
in relieving nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy. In a small study
including 30 pregnant women with severe vomiting, those who ingested 1 gram
of ginger every day for four days reported more relief from vomiting than
those who received placebo. In a larger study including 70 pregnant women
with nausea and vomiting, those who received a similar dosage of ginger felt
less nauseous and experienced fewer vomiting episodes than those who received
placebo.
(Note: fresh ginger root is safe to use during pregnancy, but dried ginger
root is not.)
Other Ingredients:
Aloe Vera
Aloe Vera has been used by mankind for several thousand years and over the
centuries there have been many references to Aloe Vera in many cultures: from
the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans, as well as in the literature of
the Indian and Chinese peoples. Several famous physicians such as Pliny the
Elder, Dioscorides and Galen, the father of modern medicine, who first described
how the circulation worked, all used Aloe Vera as part of their therapeutic
armoury.
An exceptional healing plant with an extensive history of use covering 18
centuries. World-wide, there exist hundreds of species of this succulent,
yucca-like plant, but those most often used are Aloe barbandensis, Aloe perryi,
Aloe ferros, and the ever-popular houseplant Aloe Vera, whose fresh leaves
can serve as an effective treatment for minor burns, abrasions and cuts. Aloe
Vera gel, derived from the “mucilaginous cells” contained inside
the leaves, is widely used in a variety of forms such as lotions, moisturizers,
cosmetics, and shampoos. Aloe powder, derived from the tough outer leaf of
the plant, is a strong 'cathartic' consumed internally as a cleanser, and
often touted as a treatment for a variety of conditions ranging from liver
disease to AIDS. Clinical evidence supports many of the health claims attributed
to Aloe Vera. Researchers have found that fresh Aloe gel promotes wound healing
by speeding up the growth of skin cells and aiding recovery from surgery.
Aloe has also proved effective in treating pressure sores, chronic leg ulcers,
and frostbite. Aloe Vera has also been shown to have strong antibacterial
and antifungal properties against a broad range of microbes. Carrisyn, an
extract of aloe, has shown recent evidence of being able to inhibit a number
of viruses 'in-vitro', including the strains responsible for herpes simples,
measles, and HIF. Carrisyn appears to work by stimulating the immune system
to trigger the production of T cells, thereby increasing immune function.
Other active ingredients of the Aloe plant include 'salicylates', which control
inflammation and pain, and an enzyme that inhibits 'bradykinin', the chemical
messenger responsible for transmitting pain signals through the nerves. Aloe
also contains 'magnesium lactate', a chemical known to inhibit the release
of histamines responsible for skin irritation and itching.
Crystalline Fructose:
Crystalline fructose is an all natural sweetener and results in lower blood
glucose levels after ingestion, it has long been considered the preferred
sweetener for individuals with diabetes and other insulin-related problems.
Citric Acid:
It is responsible for the tart taste of various fruits in which it occurs,
e.g., lemons, limes, oranges, pineapples, and gooseberries. It can be extracted
from the juice of citrus fruits and it is used as a natural preservative.
Malic Acid:
Malic acid, an alpha-hydroxy organic acid, is sometimes referred to as a fruit
acid. This is because malic acid is found in apples and other fruits. It is
also found in plants and animals, including humans. In fact, malic acid, in
the form of its anion malate, is a key intermediate in the major biochemical
energy-producing cycle in cells known as the citric acid or Krebs cycle located
in the cells' mitochondria.
Natural flavors:
All natural flavoring.
Potassium Benzoate:
Potassium Benzoate is the potassium salt of benzoic acid. Potassium Benzoate
is used as a food preservative. Potassium benzoate offers an alternative to
sodium benzoate for products that require low-sodium content. Potassium benzoate
may applications be employed in a wide range of preservative because of its
antimicrobial action and low taste. It is most suitable when used in foods
and beverages with a pH of 4.5 and below and is not recommended for use when
the pH exceeds 4.5.The lower the pH level, the greater the effectiveness.
Potassium Sorbate (Preservative)
Potassium sorbate is a polyunsaturated fatty acid salt. Potassium sorbate
is used to inhibit molds, yeasts, and fungi in many foods, such as cheese,
wine, and baked goods. It is the potassium salt of sorbic acid.
Xanthan Gum:
The backbone of Xanthan gum is similar to cellulose, but the trisacharide
side chains of mannose and glucuronic acid make the molecule rigid, and allows
it to form a right-handed helix. These features make it interact with itself
and with other long chain molecules to form thick mixtures and gels in water.
