Viridian Feverfew 400mg Organic 60

Viridian Feverfew 400mg Organic 60

Viridian Feverfew 400mg Organic 60

 

Vegan, Organic, Veg Caps

Feverfew leaf, certified organic by the Soil Association.

Directions: As a food supplement, take one to three capsules daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

 

One capsule provides:

Ingredient Weight %EC NRV
Organic Feverfew leaf (Tanacetum parthenium) 350mg

Feverfew has a long history of use and became very popular in the UK during the 1980s as a migraine remedy.

Eclectic physicians used feverfew as a tonic which influenced the entire intestinal tract, to increase the appetite, improve digestion, promote secretion and act upon renal and functions.

 

ANTI-MIGRAINE – Feverfew works in the treatment and prevention of migraine headaches by inhibiting the release of blood vessel dilating substances from platelets (serotonin and histamine), inhibiting the production of inflammatory substances e.g. leukotrienes, and re-establishing proper blood vessel tone.

Associated nausea and vomiting have also been shown to decrease or disappear.

 

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY– inflammatory compounds released by white blood cells and platelets contribute greatly to the inflammation and cellular damage found in rheumatoid arthritis. The inhibitory effects on inflammatory mediators by feverfew are much greater than NSAIDs such as aspirin.

ANTI-ALLERGY – parthenolide along with other phytochemicals within feverfew are known to inhibit eicosanoid production such as arachidonic acid and to inhibit histamine release from mast cells.

 

ANTI-MICROBIAL – compounds found in feverfew have demonstrated antibacterial effects towards staph. Aureus, E. coli, and Salmonella spp. Parthenolide has been shown to inhibit the growth of grampositive bacteria, yeast, and fungi.

Dosage

Capsules: 400mg one to three times daily for prophylactic use.

1-2g may be required during an acute migraine attack.

No restriction on long term use.

 

Potential applications

Feverfew is used mainly for migraine, arthritis, rheumatic disease, fever lowering, and allergies. In folk medicine, feverfew has been used for cramps, as a tonic, a stimulant, a digestive agent, a blood purifier, for digestive problems, intestinal parasites and gynaecological disorders.

 

Known contraindications

Those with known sensitivity to the Compositae family should not take Feverfew internally.

 

Interactions

None known.

 

Useful links

Migraine – quercetin, grape seed/pycnogenol, EFAs, bilberry/eyebright

 

Viridian High Twelve® B12 with B Complex 90 caps

Viridian High Twelve® B12 with B Complex 90 caps

Viridian High Twelve® B12 with B Complex 90 caps

Vegan, Kosher, Veg Caps

Each of the Viridian B-complex supplements offers a full array of the B vitamins together with a higher level of a featured B vitamin. This supplement features a higher levels of methylcobalamin and cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12).

B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism and red blood cell formation, to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, the energy-yielding metabolism, to normal psychological function and the functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin B12 also contributes to the normal function of the immune system.Folic acid (folate) contributes to a reduction in tiredness and fatigue, the normal function of the immune system, normal psychological function, and the processes of normal homocysteine metabolism, amino acid synthesis, cell division and blood formation.

B complex vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 & B12) contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, to normal psychological function and mental performance, energy-yielding metabolism, the regulation of hormonal activity, the functioning of the immune, cardio and nervous systems and the maintenance of normal skin, mucous membranes, vision and red blood cells. B complex vitamins also contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. This ‘oxidative stress’ appears to be a major factor in many human diseases.

 

Directions: As a food supplement, take one capsule daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

 

One capsule provides:

Ingredient Weight %EC NRV
Vitamin B12 (Adenosylcobalamin) 250ug 10000
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 250 10000
Vitamin B5 (as Calcium pantothenate) 50mg 833
Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) 50mg 313
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl) 20mg 1429
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 20mg 1429
Vitamins B1 (Thiamin HCl) 20mg 1818
Choline (Bitartrate) 8.2mg
Inositol 20mg
Biotin 200ug 400
Folic Acid 200ug 100
In a base of alfalfa, spirulina and bilberry

 

 

Dosage

400-800ug daily. Folic acid is well tolerated and can be used at high doses, however it may cause increased flatulence, nausea and loss of appetite.

 

Potential applications

The main applications of folic acid are prevention of neural tube defects, atherosclerosis (reduces elevated homocysteine levels), osteoporosis, and cervical dysplasia. Other applications include depression, anemia,

crohn’s disease, fatigue, restless leg syndrome, epilepsy, fatigue, and infertility.

 

Known Contraindications

High doses of folic acid should be used with caution in epileptics as it may increase the risk of seizures. Those with allergy or intolerance to citrus fruits including lemons should not use, or use with caution.

 

Ingredients: Per Capsule:

Methylcobalamin 500ug

Adenocyanocobalamin 500ug

In a base of alfalfa, spirulina and bilberry

 

Recommended use: Those following a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, the elderly, those taking diabetic medication, neuropathy, fatigue, cognition and mood.

 

Safety: Generally considered safe and well tolerated. Not recommended during pregnancy or lactation

 

Contraindications : None known.

 

Drug interactions : Folic acid may mask B12 deficiency (25). Those on anti-diabetic drugs such as Metformin should supplement with B12 and folic acid (26). Contraceptive drugs can deplete B12 levels (reference [this may be only in older, higher dose OCP]).

Disclaimer: Viridian Nutrition has a strict no animal testing policy with a fixed cut-off date of December 1st, 1999. The Viridian Nutrition specific ingredient supply chain does not fund animal research and studies cited here are for informational purposes only.

 

Viridian High Twelve® B12 with B Complex 30 caps

Viridian High Twelve® B12 with B Complex 30 caps

Viridian High Twelve® B12 with B Complex

Vegan, Kosher, Veg Caps

Each of the Viridian B-complex supplements offers a full array of the B vitamins together with a higher level of a featured B vitamin. This supplement features a higher levels of methylcobalamin and cyanocobalamin (vitamin B12).

B12 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism and red blood cell formation, to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, the energy-yielding metabolism, to normal psychological function and the functioning of the nervous system. Vitamin B12 also contributes to the normal function of the immune system.Folic acid (folate) contributes to a reduction in tiredness and fatigue, the normal function of the immune system, normal psychological function, and the processes of normal homocysteine metabolism, amino acid synthesis, cell division and blood formation.

B complex vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 & B12) contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, to normal psychological function and mental performance, energy-yielding metabolism, the regulation of hormonal activity, the functioning of the immune, cardio and nervous systems and the maintenance of normal skin, mucous membranes, vision and red blood cells. B complex vitamins also contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress. This ‘oxidative stress’ appears to be a major factor in many human diseases.

 

Directions: As a food supplement, take one capsule daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

 

One capsule provides:

Ingredient Weight %EC NRV
Vitamin B12 (Adenosylcobalamin) 250ug 10000
Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) 250 10000
Vitamin B5 (as Calcium pantothenate) 50mg 833
Vitamin B3 (as Niacinamide) 50mg 313
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine HCl) 20mg 1429
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) 20mg 1429
Vitamins B1 (Thiamin HCl) 20mg 1818
Choline (Bitartrate) 8.2mg
Inositol 20mg
Biotin 200ug 400
Folic Acid 200ug 100
In a base of alfalfa, spirulina and bilberry

 

 

Dosage

400-800ug daily. Folic acid is well tolerated and can be used at high doses, however it may cause increased flatulence, nausea and loss of appetite.

 

Potential applications

The main applications of folic acid are prevention of neural tube defects, atherosclerosis (reduces elevated homocysteine levels), osteoporosis, and cervical dysplasia. Other applications include depression, anemia,

crohn’s disease, fatigue, restless leg syndrome, epilepsy, fatigue, and infertility.

 

Known Contraindications

High doses of folic acid should be used with caution in epileptics as it may increase the risk of seizures. Those with allergy or intolerance to citrus fruits including lemons should not use, or use with caution.

 

Ingredients: Per Capsule:

Methylcobalamin 500ug

Adenocyanocobalamin 500ug

In a base of alfalfa, spirulina and bilberry

 

Recommended use: Those following a vegetarian or vegan lifestyle, the elderly, those taking diabetic medication, neuropathy, fatigue, cognition and mood.

 

Safety: Generally considered safe and well tolerated. Not recommended during pregnancy or lactation

 

Contraindications : None known.

 

Drug interactions : Folic acid may mask B12 deficiency (25). Those on anti-diabetic drugs such as Metformin should supplement with B12 and folic acid (26). Contraceptive drugs can deplete B12 levels (reference [this may be only in older, higher dose OCP]).

Disclaimer: Viridian Nutrition has a strict no animal testing policy with a fixed cut-off date of December 1st, 1999. The Viridian Nutrition specific ingredient supply chain does not fund animal research and studies cited here are for informational purposes only.

 

Viridian ORGANIC Folic Acid 400ug

Viridian ORGANIC Folic Acid 400ug

Viridian ORGANIC Folic Acid 400ug

Vegan, Organic, Veg Caps

Organic Folic Acid Veg Caps from Viridian Nutrition is a simple formulation offering an extract of lemons standardised to guarantee a fixed amount of folic acid in every capsule. 385 lemons are used to produce one kilogram of the lemon extract providing the folic acid. Folic acid (folate) contributes to a reduction in tiredness and fatigue, the normal function of the immune system, normal psychological function, and the processes of normal homocysteine metabolism, amino acid synthesis, cell division and blood formation. Supplemental folic acid intake increases maternal folate status. Low maternal folate status is a risk factor in the development of neural tube defects in the developing foetus.

The beneficial effect is obtained with a supplemental folic acid daily intake of 400mg for at least one month before and up to three months after conception.
The lemons are grown on organic farms ensuring that the fruit is uncontaminated with pesticides or other chemical sprays. The organic status is fully certified from the seed to the final ingredient by the Soil Association, the world’s gold standard of organic certification. The accuracy of the folic acid content is meticulously checked in analytical and microbiological laboratories ensuring its safety and reliability for use in food supplements.

Directions: As a food supplement, take one to three capsules daily with food, or as directed by your healthcare professional.

 

One capsule provides:

Ingredient Weight %EC NRV
Organic Lemon Extract (Orgen FA

™)

providing natural folic acid 400ug 200
In a base of organic alfalfa

 

 

Dosage

400-800ug daily. Folic acid is well tolerated and can be used at high doses, however it may cause increasedflatulence, nausea and loss of appetite.

Potential applications

The main applications of folic acid are prevention of neural tube defects, atherosclerosis (reduces elevated homocysteine levels), osteoporosis, and cervical dysplasia. Other applications include depression, anemia, crohn’s disease, fatigue, restless leg syndrome, epilepsy, fatigue, and infertility.

 

Known Contraindications

High doses of folic acid should be used with caution in epileptics as it may increase the risk of seizures. Those with allergy or intolerance to citrus fruits including lemons should not use, or use with caution.

Interactions

Folic acid works together with vitamin B12, B12, SAM, and choline.

Various drugs may interfere with the absorption of folic acid, these include oral contraceptives, anticonvulsants, alcohol, various chemotherapy drugs, sulfasalazine, and barbiturates.

 

Useful Links

Prenatal nutrition – Pregnancy Complex and Pregnancy omega oil

Depression – B complex, EFAs, Rhodiola, zinc complex

Osteoporosis – Calcium/Magnesium and Boron powder, B complex, EFAs

Cardiovascular health – Flax seed oil, grape seed/pycnogenol, hawthorn berry, multi-vitamin/mineral, antioxidant formula

 

Solal Quercetin

Solal Quercetin

Solal Quercetin

A flavonoid extracted from fruit. It supports healthy immune function and has anti-allergy and antiviral effects. Quercetin also reduces the risk of death from coronary artery disease. Ordinarily quercetin is not well absorbed from the intestine, but bromelain enzymes are included in SOLAL Quercetin for improved quercetin absorption and effectiveness.

Indications

Quercetin is a flavonoid antioxidant extracted from fruit. It supports healthy immune function and maintains good health especially during exercise. Ordinary quercetin is not well absorbed from the intestine, however SOLAL® adds bromelain enzymes to improve absorption.

Product Composition

Each capsule contains the following active ingredients:

Quercetin 267mg
Bromelain 35mg

Inactive ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose) vegetarian capsule shell (gelatine free), microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetarian – flow agent), magnesium silicate, silicon dioxide and colloidal silicon dioxide.

Contains plant extracts and natural fillers, with no colourants added – therefore the colour of the capsule contents may vary slightly from batch to batch.

Sugar-free.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children.

Pharmacological Action

Dietary quercetin glycosides are hydrolysed in the intestine to produce the aglycone, and also undergo deglycosidation by enterobacteria. The aglycone is then conjugated to glucuronides or sulphates for absorption. Quercetin is present in the plasma glucuronides, sulphates and O-methylated derivatives, with only small quantities of the aglycone. Quercetin has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and cardio-protective effects. The antioxidant effect is attributed to the cathechol-B ring and the location of the hydroxyl substitutions. The antioxidant effect is due to its ability to be converted to substances that release reactive oxygen species. The anti-inflammatory effects of quercetin are due to its inhibition of the production and activity of leukotrienes and prostaglandins, and inhibition of histamine release by basophils and mast cells. Animal studies indicate that quercetin inhibits cox-2 enzymes and also NF-kB which controls expression of genes encoding pro-inflammatory cytokines. Quercetin has demonstrated activity against retroviruses, herpes simplex, polio, parainfluenza and respiratory syncytial viruses. This is attributed to quercetin’s ability to reduce the infectivity of viruses and block viral replication. Quercetin has also been shown to have a positive effect on the human immune system. Possibly by increasing neutrophil chemotaxis, macrophage phagocytosis, natural killer cell lytic activity, and mitogen-stimulated lymphocyte proliferation. Quercetin’s anti-carcinogenic effects have been attributed to the following mechanisms, antioxidant effects, inhibition of cell proliferation, cell cycle arrest, induction of apoptosis, promotion of cell differentiation, and inhibition of angiogenesis. Quercetin has also been shown to have anti-allergy effects attributed to the fact that it may affect mast cell proliferation and secretory granule development. Quercetin consumption exhibited an inhibitory effect on the development of aortic atherosclerotic lesions and on arthrogenic modifications of LDL injury by inhibiting lipoprotein oxidation or by directly protecting cells from oxidised low density lipoproteins.

Dosage Directions

Adults:
Take 2 capsules in the morning and 1 capsule in the evening. This dose can be doubled under the advice of a healthcare provider.

Children under 12 years of age:
Take 1 capsule in the morning.

 

Solal Naturally High

Solal Naturally High

Solal Naturally High™

A herbal medicinal product for the treatment of the symptoms of mild depressive episodes. It contains clinically tested and patented Saffr’Activ® saffron extract which boosts brain serotonin to improve mood and reduce restlessness. It also contains L-Theanine, an amino acid with calming effects and St. John’s wort that modulates the effects of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine.

Indications

Naturally High™ is a herbal medicinal product for the treatment of the symptoms of mild depressive episodes. It also improves mood and boosts brain serotonin.

Product Composition

Each capsule contains the following active ingredients:

Saffron extract (Saffr’Activ®) 15mg
St. John’s wort extract 300mg
L-Theanine 125mg
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxal-5-phosphate) 12.5mg

Inactive ingredients: Hypromellose (cellulose) vegetarian capsule shell and magnesium stearate.

Sugar-free.
Suitable for vegans and vegetarians.

Storage Instructions

Store in a cool dry place below 25°C. Keep out of reach of children.

Pharmacological Action

Crocin 1, a constituent of Saffron extract is believed to responsible for its antidepressant effects. The St. John’s wort constituent’s hyperforin and adhyperforin appear to modulate the effects of serotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine, and may inhibit reuptake of these neurotransmitters. Theanine is speculated to produce calmative effects by increasing serotonin, dopamine, and gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) levels. Preliminary hypotheses suggest that because pyridoxine increases serotonin and GABA levels in the blood it may help with depression.

Dosage Directions

Adults:
Take 1 capsule twice daily with food.

Beneficial effects are usually seen after 1 week of use.

Product Warnings

Do not exceed recommended dosages unless on the advice of a healthcare practitioner. Do not use this product if you are hypersensitive (allergic) to any of the ingredients. If you are on any medication or suffering from any medical condition, it is advisable to seek medical advice before starting any new medicine, supplement or remedy. This medicine has not been evaluated by the Medicines Control Council. This medicine is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Do not use continually for more than 18 weeks without consulting your healthcare practitioner. Avoid prolonged exposure to sunlight, ultraviolet light (UV) or UV therapy. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist. Consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms worsen.

Individuals should consult a healthcare practitioner prior to use if taking anti-anxiety medications, seizure medications, antihistamines, bronchodilators, muscle relaxants or opiates.

Side Effects

Side effects may include mild gastrointestinal disturbances, nausea, restlessness and headaches. Hypersensitivity, such as allergy, has been known to occur; in such case, discontinue use.

Contraindications

Do not use Naturally High™ if taking cancer medications, blood thinning medication (e.g. warfarin), antidepressant medications (e.g. selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), HIV medication, cardiovascular medications, immunosuppressant medication, and/or contraceptive medications.

Interactions

Naturally High™ induces the activity of CYP3A4, CYP2C9, CYP2C19 and P-glycoprotein. The concomitant use of cyclosporine, tacrolimus for systemic use, amprenavir, indinavir and other protease inhibitors, irinavir and warfarin is contraindicated. Special care should be taken in case of concomitant use of all medicinal substances of which the metabolism is influenced by CYP3A4,
CYP2CP, CYP2C19 or P-glycoprotein (e.g. amitriptyline, fexofenadrine, benzodiazepines, methodone, simvastatin, digoxin, finasteride), because a reduction of plasma concentrations is possible. The reduction of plasma concentrations of oral contraceptives may lead to increased intermenstrual bleeding and reduced safety in birth control. Prior to elective surgery possible interactions with products used during general and regional anaesthesia should be identified. If necessary Naturally High™ should be discontinued. The elevated enzyme activity returns within 1 week after cessation to normal levels. Naturally High™ may contribute to serotonergic effects when combined with antidepressants such as serotonin reuptake inhibitors (e.g. sertraline, paroxetine, nefazodone), buspirone or with triptans.
Individuals taking prescription medication should consult their healthcare practitioner before using Naturally High™.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Not safe for use during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding.

 

Breast Milk Production Herbs

Feel Healthy Breast Milk Production Herbs

Breast Milk Production Herbs

Solgar Fenugreek

Fenugreek provides hormonal support for lactation has been used as such for centuries.

  • Mothers generally notice an increase in milk production in 24-72 hours after starting the herb, but it can take up to two weeks.
  • Recommended dosage is at least3500 mg per DAY; 3 capsules 3 times per day
  • Use with caution or avoid if you have a peanut or chickpea allergy
  • Do not use during pregnancy.

Raspberry Leaves 75g

A safe and gentle drink for both pregnant and breastfeeding women.

  • A popular natural supplement when preparing for childbirth – it tones the muscles in the uterus to help it work better during labour.
  • helps balance out hormones in the body, producing oestrogens in the body which are responsible for stimulating milk production
  • Allows the body to feel more soothed and relaxed, which in turn can ward off feelings of post-natal depression.
  • Helps to strengthen the muscles of the uterus, which can lessen pain after childbirth and during breastfeeding.
  • Four to five cups can be drank a day throughout the day to reap the benefits.

SOLENCO CF8608 AIR PURIFIER

SOLENCO CF8608 AIR PURIFIER

Solenco CF8608 Air Purifier to prevent those Seasonal Allergies

Approved by the Allergy Foundation of South Africa, the Solenco CF8608 Air Purifier is ideal for spaces of 50m2 at 4 Air Changes per Hour.

With its ability to capture and destroy bacteria and viruses the Solenco CF8608 Air Purifier results in a 99,97% reduction in E.coli, P. Cintrinum and A. Niger. This unit therefore comes highly recommended to protect public facilities, doctor’s rooms and hospital rooms for patients. It further reduces VOCs, toxic fumes and foul odours.

The air is purified by means of an advanced multi-stage cleaning system:

  • Pre-filter (removes the large airborne particles)
  • H13 HEPA filter (removes particles from the air as small as 0.1 microns – smaller than the eye can see)
  • Carbon filter (removes smells and odours)
  • UVC Light captures and destroys bacteria and viruses
  • Photocatalytic Oxidation (PCO) is a very powerful air purification technology and has the ability to destroy particles as small as 0.001 microns

The Solenco CF8608 Air Purifier comes with a remote control and features feather-touch controls that enable you to quickly and easily change the settings as you run your fingers over the panel.

Unlike many portable air purifiers, the Solenco CF8608 Air Purifier is extremely quiet (less than 29dB on low speed and less than 49dB on high speed) and can treat the air of spaces of 50m² up to 80m2.

This air purifier boasts a dust sensor to indicate the indoor air quality and by means of an auto-function further automatically adjusts the fan speed accordingly.

H13 Hepa Filter Air Purifier

The Solenco CF8608 comes standard with an H13 HEPA Filter. This classification grades this air purifier within a medical grade quality.

Common standards require that a HEPA air filter must remove, from the air that passes through it, at least 99.95% (European Standard) or 99.97% (ASME, U.S. DOE)of particles whose diameter is equal to 0.3 μm. Hepa filters are graded on their levels of efficiency with the higher the grade the higher the efficiency.

True HEPA generally ranges from H10-H12. 

HEPA H13-H14 are within the highest tier of HEPA and are considered medical grade quality. Whereas H10-H12 filters only trap 85-99.5% of all particles that are 0.1 microns in diameter, HEPA H13 and H14 trap 99.95% and 99.995% of such particles, respectively.

Right air purifier for your room size

The Solenco CF8608 can move up to 483m3 of air per hour. The more times the air within your room goes through the air purifier each hour the cleaner the air will be. If your symptoms are mild then two times an hour will be fine, four times an hour will give better results. The table below gives you an indication of the room sizes that the Solenco CF8608 can purify for you:

Air Changes per Hour (ACH) 1 2 3 4
CF8608

190m2/ 456m3

95m2/ 228m3

63.3m2/ 152m3

50m2/ 120m3

More features include:

  • Innovative Swiss design
  • Feather-touch controls
  • Energy-efficient (only 70 watts)Energy Usage (based on R1.46 per kw/hr) – continuous running works out to 10c per hour!
  • Multi-stage purification system
  • 99,97% reduction in E.coli, P. Cintrinum & A. Niger
  • Remote control for better use
  • Dust sensor to indicate the indoor air quality
  • Auto function to adjust the fan speed according to the air quality
  • 4 speed settings
  • Timer with 3 settings (2hr, 4hr and 8hr)

Fo-Ti Tieng 100 caps

Feel Healthy Fo-Ti Tieng

FO-TI HAS BEEN USED TO TREAT AN IMPRESSIVE LIST OF AILMENTS AND ACUTE CONDITIONS, INCLUDING:

  • High cholesterol
    • Fatigue
    • Constipation
    • High blood pressure
    • Insomnia
    • Diabetes
    • Stomach upset
    • Tuberculosis that has spread to the lymph nodes
    • Cancer
    • Inflammation of the prostate (prostatitis)
    • Limb numbness
    • Lower back pain
    • Knee pain
    • Premature greying and hair loss
    • Dizziness with ringing in the ears

The Science Behind Fo-Ti and Enhanced Vigor

In its processed form, fo-ti contains protein-sugar complexes known as lectins. Lectins help reduce fat levels in the blood and prevent heart disease.

Here’s how it works: Lectins attach to specific arrangements of carbohydrates in the body and act like antibodies — but without causing allergy symptoms. Through this mechanism lectins can block formation of plaque (fat and other cells) in blood vessels, and help prevent or delay heart disease.

Studies of Fo-Ti’s Benefits

As is typical with herbs and natural remedies, funding for research on fo-ti has been limited. Nonetheless, some very compelling studies do support this herb’s legendary reputation. Here are a few:

  • In one study, a traditional formula with fo-ti as the main ingredient was shown to slow the aging of vital organs in aged animals, especially the reproductive organs. The same formula also demonstrated significant results in human clinical trials.
  • In another study, Fo-ti capsules were given to 60 humans above age 50 who had been assessed in a Chinese clinic as experiencing “kidney deficiency.” Out of the 60 cases, 30% were considered “extremely effective” and 53.3% were ruled “effective.” That’s a whopping 83.3% combined efficacy!
  • Another study gave Fo-ti liquor extract to 36 people with gray hair. After treatment, 24 completely recovered their dark hair and 8 more showed improvement. That’s a total efficacy rate of 88.9%!

Fo-Ti in the Bedroom

Fo-ti is believed to increase fertility, sexual vigor, and treat ED. Researchers believe these effects are due to Fo-ti’s proven ability to:

  • Raise red blood cell counts
  • Lower cholesterol levels that can cause hypertension and cardiovascular diseases

Fo-ti’s power to increase blood flow to “all the right places” is key to its special bedroom benefits.

Composition:

Kola 442mg, Centella Asiatica 55mg, Fillpendula 55mg

 

Slim Rose Herbal Tea

Slim Rose Herbal Tea

Slim Rose Herbal Tea

SLIMROSE has been found to be beneficial in increasing one’s metabolism, thus being of assistance in a weight loss program.  Dieting and poor eating habits can contribute to nutritional imbalance and anemia and SLIMROSE, by helping to normalize the systemic circulation, assists one in achieving optimum health.  Not only is SLIM ROSE beneficial in helping towards weight reduction, but it has been found to assist in the prevention of obesity and obesity related illnesses.

Ingredients:
Rugosa Rose
In the 1st century CE, Pliny the Elder recorded thirty-two different medicinal uses of the rose. Roses were grown in medieval gardens more for medicine and food than for beauty. Ironically, the Cherokee rose is native to China, but now grows throughout much of North America and is the state flower of Georgia. It was used in China to treat diarrhea. In the 19th century, it was proven that roses contain essential oils. Rose oil is distilled from the petals and used in aromatherapy. With the discovery of vitamin C in the 1930s, and subsequent claims by Linus Pauling that massive doses of the nutrient could cure the common cold, rosehips have been of much interest because of their high content of this nutrient.

Unlike Western medicine, all indigenous cultures believe that there is no separation between the physical and the mental or spiritual being, and both must be assessed before healing occurs. The same belief has long been held true regarding the rose and is seen in this saying, “Roses are good for the skin and the soul”.
The botanical name of the Wild Rose is reflected in its use by the Romans. R. canina species was used for rabid dog bites. Roses continued as official medicine until well into the 1930s (British Pharmacopoeia) when the tincture of the Apothocary’s Rose was prescribed for sore throats. Roses were also widely used as mild astringents and to flavour other medicines.

There were dozens of varieties of roses in North America. The Native Americans learned how to use whatever grew in their region, as a medicine and, in cases of emergency, as a food. The leaves, petals, hips, and roots were widely used for a variety of conditions, including colds, fevers, diarrhea, influenza, and stomach troubles. The Omahas steeped the hips or roots to make a wash to treat eye inflammations. In the Great Lakes region, the Chippewas made a tea from the wild rose and used the berries for food and for diseases of the eye. They used the inner bark of the roots to treat cataracts.

The Pawnees collected the insect galls from the lower parts of the stems, and charred and crushed them for use in dressings for burns. The insect or disease-produced galls were found in the archaeological remains of the Hill Site, near present-day Guide Rock, Nebraska, which was occupied by the Pawnees in the early 1800s.

The Flathead and Cheyenne tribes treated snow blindness with an eyewash made by boiling the petals, stem bark, or root bark. The Cheyenne also boiled the inner bark to make a tea valued for treating diarrhea and stomach trouble.

Many other tribes used all parts of the plant for various remedies. The Crows boiled the crushed roots and used them in hot compresses to reduce swellings. They also sniffed vapor to stop bleeding’s from the nose or mouth.

The Arapahos used the seeds to produce a drawing effect for muscular pain.

Hawthorn Fruit (shan zha):
Hawthorn Fruit is an herb that is actually a genus of the rose family. It can be found in North America, Europe, and East Asia. There are so many – more than a hundred, in fact – species of the Hawthorn Fruit, and they can be used for a variety of medical conditions

If closely related plants are used by cultures on opposite sides of the globe, a scientific basis for the traditional use is likely. Such is the case with hawthorns, which have been used in European, Chinese, and American traditions alike to treat heart ailments. In traditional Asian medicine as well as European herbal traditions, hawthorn has been widely used in longterm prescriptions for hypertension related to cardiac weakness, arteriosclerosis, and angina pectoris.

Hawthorn is notably absent from medical works and herbals of early-nineteenth-century America and Europe. It came to the attention of the medical profession in the 1890s by means of a single reference in a medical journal. By the early twentieth century, it was a mainstay of heart disease treatment. Still widely used in Europe and Asia, it is less frequently recommended in America.

Fructus Mume:
Medicinal use in TCM: In traditional Chinese medicine, the smoked fruits, called wumei, is used for medicinal purposes.

Effect:
Chronic diarrhea and dysentery

It is a common used herb for chronic diarrhea and dysentery, because it enters large intestine meridian and astringes intestines to check diarrhea and dysentery. It could be decocted singly or combined with other intestines-astringing herbs to enhance the action of checking diarrhea or dysentery. This herb is sour and astringent in nature without astringing pathogen. For diarrhea and dysentery of damp-heat type, bloody purulent stool, it is combined with heat-clearing and damp-drying herbs.

Taraxacum:
Although generally regarded as a weed, dandelions have many uses, both culinary and medicinal.
Taraxacum officinale has diuretic and laxative properties. It has been used as a tonic, to treat rheumatic problems, and as a blood purifier. Young leaves and inflorescences are used as ingredients in salads and stir-fries.
Blanched hearts (obtained by earthing up or tying the leaves together) are also eaten. The flower heads are used to make dandelion wine, while the bitter root can be dried to make a substitute for coffee, a practice that was common during the rationing of the Second World War.

Poria Cocos:
Poria cocos may be called Poria, Tuckahoe, Indian bread or Fu-Ling in Chinese, is a sweet, bland and neutral herb. This medicinal fungus has been widely used and highly respected in Asia. In the wild, Poria cocos grows much like the European truffle, only it grows around the roots of certain pine trees instead of oaks. In traditional Chinese medicine, it is claimed to soothe the heart, disperse moisture and stagnation, strengthen vital energy, and assuage agitation; treat abdominal distension, edema, difficult urination, diabetes and diarrhea; enhance, protect, and restore liver function; modulate the immune system, balance blood sugar, and boost fat metabolism; have a whitening effect of skin, and reduce the appearance of pores and blackheads.

Rhizoma Imperatae:
The herb is sweet in flavor, cold in nature, and acts on the heart, lung, stomach and urinary bladder channels. Being sweet and cold for clearing heat and moistening dryness, and acting on blood in the heart channel, the herb can clear heat from blood to stop bleeding; acting on Qi in the lung and stomach, the herb can clear heat from the lung and stomach to promote the generation of the body fluid and moisten dryness. As a sweet and tasteless herb, it can induce diuresis to treat stranguria. Therefore, the herb is indicated for bleeding due to blood-heat, dryness-heat in the lung and stomach, strangury due to heat, and difficulty and pain in urination.

Effects:

Clearing heat from blood to stop bleeding, inducing diuresis and promoting the generation of the body fluid.

Licorice:
Tonifies pi (spleen), enhances qi, clears heat, rids of toxins, expels phlegm and stops cough, stops pain, synergizes other herbs. Being used in spleen and stomach weakness, tired and lack of strength, palpitation and short of breath, cough with abundance of phlegm, stomach and solar plexus pain.

  1. adrenocortical hormone function:  As early as 1946 gan cao extract showed the characteristics of mineralcorticoid.    Glycyrrhiza is metabolically converted to glycyrrhetic acid (GA). GA, when incubated in-vitro with adrenal gland cells increases DHEA production.
  2. effects on digestivesystem:   (a).antiulcer   (b).anti convulsion.  (c). promotes secretion of insulin.  (d). protects liver from toxin.
  3. anti inflammation
  4. anti allergy
  5. anti cancer:  Saponins stimulate the immune system and inhibit Epstein-Barr virus expression and possess in-vitro (in the test tube) anti-cancer activities. Epstein_Barr virus is associated in certain cancer development. Glycyrrhiza also contains quercetin that has anticancer effects. Glycyrrhiza lowers serum testosterone levels and correspondingly increases estrogen levels by inducing two enzymes called 17-ß-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase and aromatase thus inhibit prostate cancer cells.
  6. antivirus and bacteria:   a. anti HIV, anti HBV   b. anti amoeba and bacteria
  7. effect on blood vessels:   a. lower blood lipids.  Both saponins and licoflavones are known to bind to cholesterol and bile acids and have surfactant properties.
  8. Licorice is beneficial in chronic viral hepatitis
  9. Licorice was effective in inhibiting Pseudomona Aeruginosa where antibiotic failed.

Astragalus
Effect:

  • l  large dosage can lower blood pressure, vaso-dilation
  • l  small dosage can increase blood pressure
  • l   prolonging diuretic effect
  • l   lessening proteinuria
  • l   improving endurance
  • l   protecting liver function
  • l   regulate blood sugar

Pericarpium Citri Reticulatae:
Properties: The herb is pungent and bitter in flavour, warm in nature, acting on the spleen and lung channels. Being pungent for promoting circulation of Qi, bitter and warm for eliminating dampness, and aromatic for enlivening the spleen, the herb has mild effects of eliminating Qi stagnation in the spleen and stomach and phlegm-dampness in the spleen and lung. It is often used to treat Qi stagnation, distention and fullness in the spleen and stomach, retention and stagnation of dampness in the middle Jiao, cough and asthma due to excessive phlegm in the lung channel, and other syndromes.

Is often used combination with aucklandia root, amomum fruit, nutgrass flatsedge rhizome and other herbs for promoting circulation of Qi and normalizing function of the stomach, to treat gastro-abdominal distention, anorexia, vomiting and diarrhea caused by Qi stagnation in the spleen and stomach; with hawthorn fruit, medicated leaven, unripen bitter orange and other herbs for eliminating stagnated food, to treat dyspepsia, Qi stagnation, distention, acid regurgitation and indigestion; and with dangshen, white atractylodes rhizome and other herbs for strengthening the spleen and supplementing Qi, to treat abdominal distention, anorexia and loose stool due to spleen deficiency.

Effects: Promoting circulation of Qi, strengthening the spleen, eliminating dampness and relieving phlegm.

Hibiscus Sabdariffa:
It is also referred to as rosella (another common name for the hibiscus flower), jamaica in Latin America, karkady in the Middle East, bissap in West Africa, red sorrel in the Caribbean, and other names in other regions. Hibiscus has a tart, cranberry-like flavor, and sugar is often added to sweeten the beverage. The Hibiscus contains vitamin C and minerals and is used traditionally as a mild medicine.

Hibiscus contains 15-30% organic acids, including citric acid, maleic acid, and tartaric acid. It also contains acidic polysaccharides and flavonoid glycosides, such as cyanidin and delphinidin, that give it its characteristic deep red colour.
(source: wikipedia.org)

Medicinal Uses:
In India, Africa and Mexico, all above-ground parts of the roselle plant are valued in native medicine. Infusions of the leaves or calyces are regarded as diuretic, cholerectic, febrifugal and hypotensive, decreasing the viscosity of the blood and stimulating intestinal peristalsis. Pharmacognosists in Senegal recommend roselle extract for lowering blood pressure. In 1962, Sharaf confirmed the hypotensive activity of the calyces and found them antispasmodic, anthelmintic and antibacterial as well. In 1964, the aqueous extract was found effective against Ascaris gallinarum in poultry. Three years later, Sharaf and co-workers showed that both the aqueous extract and the coloring matter of the calyces are lethal to Mycobacterium tuberculosis. In experiments with domestic fowl, roselle extract decreased the rate of absorption of alcohol and so lessened its effect on the system. In Guatemala, roselle “ade” is a favorite remedy for the aftereffects of drunkenness.

In East Africa, the calyx infusion, called “Sudan tea”, is taken to relieve coughs. Roselle juice, with salt, pepper, asafetida and molasses, is taken as a remedy for biliousness.
(source: hort.purdue.edu)

Several studies have shown hibiscus tea to be beneficial in lowering blood pressure and maycontrol cholesterol. Hibiscus contains an enzyme inhibitor which blocks the production of amylase. Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down complex sugars and starches. Drinking a cup of hibiscus tea after meals will reduce the absorption of dietary carbohydrates and will assist in weight loss. Hibiscus is rich in vitamin C and makes a wonderful herbal remedy to fight off colds and infections by strengthening the immune system. Other benefits of Hibiscus include preventing bladder infections and constipation if taken regularly.

Cassia:
Cassia (legume) , a tree/shrub genus in the bean family (Fabaceae)
Modern pharmacological studies confirmed that complementary medicine Cassia of various eye diseases prevention and control, hypertension, high blood lipid (fat) and constipation, the effect significantly.

  1. The Liver eyesight is suitable for the role of various eye diseases, such as the liver caused by red eyes and red hot on the swelling and pain, the shame out more tears, blurred vision, and glaucoma, cataract, conjunctivitis, because of its role in the protection of optic nerve of modern television family, computer users could easily cause eye fatigue and other people have benefit.
  2. Suitable for its laxative effect in patients with constipation. Constipation results in the walls of the remaining intestinal absorption of toxins, chronic constipation, easy to make human aging, but also colon cancer, hemorrhoids and other diseases of the incentives, or cardiovascular disease causes sudden, one of the product so that defecation rather than thin , and no abdominal pain and discomfort of the disease, patients with chronic constipation, uniforms to no abuse.
  3. The lipid lowering blood pressure is suitable for hyperlipidemia, obesity, hypertension, coronary heart disease, atherosclerosis and other cardiovascular diseases.

Folium Nelumbinis

Effect:

  • l  Immunomodulatory potential
  • l  Acute and Chronic Restraint Stress
  • l  Chronic hepatotoxicity
  • l  Insulin secretion and blood glucose levels
  • l  Anti-obesity effect:

In the investigation of determination of the pharmacological mechanism of the anti-obesity effect of Nelumbo nucifera leaves extract (NNE) and the effect of NNE on digestive enzyme activity, lipid metabolism and theromogenesis and anti-obesity using high-fat diet-induced obesity in mice, indicated that NNE prevented the increase in body weight, parametrial adipose tissue weight and liver triacylglycerol levels in mice with obesity induced by a high-fat diet. UCP3 mRNA expression in skeletal muscle tended to be higher, when mice were administrated by NNE and were exercised. Therefore, NNE impaired digestion, inhibited absorption of lipids and carbohydrates, accelerated lipid metabolism and up-regulated energy expenditure. Consequently, NNE is beneficial for the suppression of obesity, according to “Anti-obesity effect of Nelumbo nucifera leaves extract in mice and rats” by Ono Y, Hattori E, Fukaya Y, Imai S, Ohizumi Y.(5)

l  Cell proliferation and neuroblast differentiation

Leonurus cardiac:
Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca) is a herbaceous perennial plant in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Other common names include Throw-wort, Lion’s Ear, and Lion’s Tail. Lion’s Tail also being a common name for Leonotis leonurus, and Lion’s Ear, a common name for Leonotis nepetifolia. Originally fromCentral Asia it is now found worldwide, spread largely due to its use as a herbal remedy.

Motherwort is primarily an herb of the heart. Several species have sedative effects, decreasing muscle spasms and temporarily lowering blood pressure. Chinese studies found that extracts decrease clotting and the level of fat in the blood and can slow heart palpatations and rapid heartbeat. Another of motherwort’s uses is to improve fertility and reduce anxiety associated with childbirth, postpartum depression, and menopause. If used in early labor it will ease labor pains and calms the nerves after childbirth. Take motherwort only once soon after giving birth as consistent use before the uterus has clamped down may cause bleeding to continue. Use one to two times a day in the weeks following birth for easing tension and supporting a woman through the feelings that come with new mothering. Do not use during pregnancy. Motherwort helps bring on a delayed or suppressed menstrual flow, especially when someone is anxious and tense. Chinese women often use it combined with dong quai as a menstrual regulator. Avoid using for menstrual cramps when bleeding is heavy. It strengthens and relaxes the uterine muscles and eases uterine cramping. It also reduces fevers, and is especially suggested for illnesses associated with nervousness or delirium. Motherwort was formerly used to treat rheumatism and lung problems, like bronchitis and asthma. Motherwort may help an overactive thyroid but does not depress normal thyroid function. Tincture the leaves and flowers as soon as you pick them. If you prefer to dry them, lay the leaves and stalks onto screens. Motherwort tea has a very bitter taste. Chinese medicine uses the seeds to aid in urination; cool the body system; treat excessive menstrual flow, absence of menstruation.

Folium Sennae:
Constipation caused by dryness of intestine, stagnation of undigested food, ascites with fullness and distention.

Traditionally, senna was used as a laxative and was considered a “cleansing” herb because of its cathartic properties. More modern studies have found that senna is useful in treating constipation, whether it is caused by pharmaceuticals or natural means. It may also be used to treat skin conditions such as ringworm and acne.

Senna is an FDA-approved nonprescription laxative. It is used to treat constipationand also to clear the bowel before diagnostic tests such as colonoscopy.

Senna is also used for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), hemorrhoids, and weight loss.

Senna fruit seems to be gentler than senna leaf. This has led the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) to warn against long-term use of senna leaf, but not senna fruit. The AHPA recommends that senna leaf products be labeled, “Do not use this product if you have abdominal pain or diarrhea. Consult a healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant or nursing. Discontinue use in the event of diarrhea or watery stools. Do not exceed recommended dose. Not for long-term use.”