Weight Control + Energy Ingredients
→ Citrus Aurantium (Bitter Orange) is often used to help reduce fat due to its synephrine content, a molecule similar to ephedrine that increases the amount of fat available for fuel (fat oxidation rate), which can cause an increase in metabolic rate.
→ Alpha Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant used to help suppress appetite and treat diabetes as it aids in balancing glucose (sugar) and lipid (fat) levels.
→ Green Coffee Beans have a high chlorogenic acid content, which, as research suggests, decreases glucose (sugar) absorption from the intestines and improves overall glucose metabolism in the liver, encouraging optimum blood sugar levels.
→ Coleus Forskohlii is a therapeutic herb traditionally used to induce fat loss due to its active ingredient Forskolin, which helps to move stored fat and releases these fatty acids to be metabolised by the body.
→ Nicotinic Acid (Vitamin B3) is known for its ability to lower cholesterol levels, reduce liver fat and prevent and treat vitamin B3 deficiency.
→ Dandelion is a popular therapeutic herb known for its strong kidney and liver protective properties. In terms of weight management, it is a potent antioxidant and diuretic that helps eliminate excess body fluid, decrease blood sugar, triglyceride and cholesterol levels, improve carbohydrate metabolism and decrease fat absorption, which can all help with weight loss.
→ Uva Ursi is a commonly used therapeutic herb known for its urinary antiseptic properties and diuretic effects, which help eliminate excess body fluid.
→ BioPerine is an extract made from black pepper designed to increase the absorption of herbal extracts, vitamins and minerals.→ Inositol helps improve body weight due to its ability to mimic the effects of insulin. Extensive research on Inositol has proven its ability to decrease insulin and weight in women suffering from PCOS. Some research has also found that Inositol is effective in reducing overall BMI.
→ Chromium is an essential trace mineral which can help improve insulin sensitivity and increase protein, sugar, and fat metabolism. Chromium has also been proven to increase lean body mass and decrease the overall percentage of body fat.
→ White Willow Bark is a therapeutic herb known for its fever, inflammation, and pain-relieving properties. White willow bark is also believed to enhance the activity of other supplemental ingredients and increase body metabolism, which makes it a vital component in any weight management product.
Hormone Balance Ingredients
→ Black Cohosh is a well-studied, traditional and therapeutic herb containing several bioactive ingredients that help relieve symptoms of menopause and premenstrual syndrome (PMS), like anxiety, hot flashes, night sweats and vaginal dryness.
→ Ashwagandha is a popular therapeutic herb with more than 80 bioactive ingredients. Ashwagandha traditionally comes from Ayurvedic medicine and functions as an adaptogenic tonic which helps reduce stress and relieve pain.
→ Chaste Tree is one of the most commonly used therapeutic herbs for treating female health issues, including menstrual disorders like premenstrual syndrome (PMS), painful menstruation, hormone-related acne and menopause. The healing properties of Chaste Tree are mainly due to its ability to decrease the hormone prolactin, which helps to rebalance other hormones like estrogen and progesterone.
→ Dong Quai (Angelica) is a traditional Chinese therapeutic herb used in Chinese medicine for various conditions, including anaemia, menstrual irregularities, and pain. Dong Quai is a natural muscle relaxant and assists with menstrual cramping.
→ Licorice Root is a therapeutic herb famous for its anti-inflammatory and antispasmodicproperties. Although Licorice Root has been traditionally used to treat a variety of digestive complaints, it is also used for adrenal support. This is because it increases the production of the primary stress hormone cortisol, which helps to combat adrenal insufficiency and the harsh effects of stress on the body. Licorice Root also has an estrogen-like effect that makes it beneficial in managing premenstrual syndrome and menopause.
→ Rhodiola is an adaptogenic herb that helps to combat both physical and mental fatigue by increasing resistance to stress and exhaustion, stabilising the release of stress hormones and increasing energy metabolism.
→ Maca is a therapeutic herb that helps to stimulate the endocrine system, assisting with balancing female sex hormones and relieving symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes and night sweats.
→ Siberian Ginseng is a popular adaptogen with estrogenic properties that help improve energy and stamina, which assists in increased physical and mental performance.
→ Vitamin E is a fat-soluble vitamin and powerful antioxidant that effectively reduces menstrual pain and improves the physical symptoms related to premenstrual syndrome.
→ Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) supports nervous system health and reduces the risk of depressive symptoms and conditions.
→ Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) can help reduce oxidative stress and inflammation of nerves and has been used to supplement the effective treatment of migraines.
→ Vitamin B3 (Nicotinamide) is an essential vitamin that plays a vital role in energy metabolism and cellular health and helps improve cholesterol levels, reduce blood pressure, and improve skin health.
→ Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) is an essential vitamin that is mainly known for its role in converting food into energy and the production of red blood cells. In terms of women's health specifically, it assists the adrenal glands with the production of sex and stress-related hormones, which makes it effective in combatting stress. It also promotes healthy skin, hair, eyes, and liver.
→ Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is an essential co-enzyme responsible for normal brain development and for keeping the nervous system and immune system healthy. Research has shown that it helps reduce symptoms of PMS in women including depression, irritability and tiredness, with evidence that those who take oral contraceptive medications are usually deficient in this essential vitamin and will require supplementation.
→ Vitamin B8 (Inositol) is a type of sugar famous for its ability to help regulate blood sugar levels in patients with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). This vitamin can also help balance important neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin in the brain, reducing symptoms of depression and anxiety, which often accompany other hormonal imbalances.
→ Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) is critical in the production of healthy red blood cells and ensuring rapid growth during pregnancy and foetal development. It is therefore well-known for its use in pregnancy to reduce the risk of birth defects. This is because vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), along with vitamin B12 (Cobalamin), vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) and Choline, plays a vital role in Methylation, the process of gene regulation. Methylation is crucial in keeping cells healthy and biochemical processes moving. Vitamin B9 also helps decrease the risk of depression and increase cognitive performance.
→ Vitamin B12 (Methylcobalamin) is a water-soluble vitamin which plays a vital role in red blood cell production, nerve function, DNA production (the molecules inside cells that carry genetic information), bone health, energy levels, and mood. Adequate vitamin B12 levels are therefore crucial to a healthy pregnancy,and together with vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), contribute to the production of healthy red blood cells and help iron work properly in the body.
Liver + Kidney Support Ingredients
→ NAC (N-Acetyl L-Cysteine) is a supplement used to form a vital antioxidant called glutathione, whichprotects the liver against damage. NAC has also been found to improve the ability of the kidneys to filter out metabolic waste products and help protect them against external toxins.
→ Milk Thistle and Artichoke are commonly used therapeutic herbs known for their ability to protect the liver and kidneys due to their active ingredient Silymarin. Silymarin helps tosupport liver cell regeneration, reduces liver inflammationand acts as a potent antioxidant. Milk Thistle also assists inbringing cholesterol and triglyceride levels down, while the main active ingredient in artichokes, Cynarine, supports the natural and optimum functioning of the liver.
→ Boswellia (Frankincense) is a therapeutic herb more commonly known for its effectiveanti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects.
→ Choline Bitartrate is an essential nutrient required fornormal bodily functions. Research suggests that a choline deficiency increases your risk of developing liver disease.
→ Selenium is an essential trace mineral that helps support the liver by reducing occasional oxidative stress and has been found todecrease the risk or progression of kidney and liver disease.
→ Cranberry is a popular superfood that contains phenols and polyphenols that have powerful antioxidant properties, which can help flush out the kidneys and prevent bacteria build-up in the bladder, ultimatelyreducing the risk of issues like kidney stones and urinary tract infections, especially in women.
→ Dandelion is a popular therapeutic herb used for its strong kidney and liver protective properties due to its ability toneutralize free radicals and protect against oxidative stress. Dandelion is also a known diuretic, meaning it increases the frequency of urination, which helps to keep your kidneys healthy.
→ Horsetail is a therapeutic herb traditionally used as a diuretic and often used in treating kidney stones and urinary tract infections because of its ability toreduce inflammation in the lower urinary tract.
→ Buchu is a therapeutic herb indigenous to South Africa, known for itsantiseptic, anti-inflammatory and diuretic propertiesand is usually used to treat kidney and urinary tract diseases.
→ Astragalus is an adaptogen used in traditional Chinese medicine for its ability to stimulate the immune system and can be used in treatment toimprove kidney functionin patients with chronic kidney disease.
→ Alpha Lipoic Acid is an antioxidant that helps protect the liver by significantlyinhibiting the production of free radicals and inflammatory mediators in the liver. Alpha Lipoic Acid can also help improve cholesterol levels, aids in the recycling of other antioxidants like glutathione, Co-enzyme Q10 and vitamins C and E, and assists in the removal of heavy metals (Chelation) formed in your system.
→ Bioperine is an extract made from black pepper designed toincrease the absorption of herbal extracts, vitamins, and minerals.