GLOSSARY

Andrographis Paniculata

  • A plant widely used in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine

  • Reduces symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis 1,2,3,4

  • Supports healthy bone structure and function 5,6

  • Protects cartilage and reduce degradation 7,8,9
  • Reduces damage to muscles and aids in recovery from exercise 10
  • Boosts the immune system against the common cold 11,12,13

Aquamin F

  • A natural, marine-sourced multi mineral complex derived from red algae (Lithothamnion sp.) in the North Atlantic seabed.
  • Provides natural calcium and 72 traces minerals that are important to optimal cell function
  • Helps preserve bone density and reduce bone turnover. 1,2,3
  • Has proven anti-inflammatory activity that helps reduce pain and stiffness in sufferers of osteoarthritis. 4,5,6
  • Helps improve symptoms of colitis, aids in maintenance of stomach wall, helps prevent polyp formation and reduces inflammation in GI tract. 7,8,9

Boron

  • Trace mineral that affects calcium metabolism and many other functions in our body.

  • Helps promote healthy bones and joints 1,2

  • Helps reduce the severity and duration of menstrual pain 3,4

  • Helps relieve pain caused by rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis 5,6,7

 Boswellia Serrata

  • Also known as frankincense, is an effective anti-inflammatory.

  • Our Boswellia extract is standardized specifically for AKBA (Acetyl-11-Keto-β-boswellic acid) which inhibits the formation of leukotrienes in the body, a molecule that causes inflammation.

  • Helps decrease knee pain and increase knee flexion 1,2

  • Helps reduce inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis 3,4

Exclzyme® Enzyme Blend

  • Exclzyme is a blend of systemic enzymes that supports healthy joint function, inflammatory response, and cardiovascular function.

  • Made up of enzymes such as protease, papain, bromelain, and serratiopeptidase.

  • Helps reduce systemic inflammation caused by undigested proteins 1,2,3

Magnesium

  • Essential nutrient for over 300 enzyme processes inside the body controlling everything from energy production to optimizing muscle function
  • Helps boost exercise performance 1,2
  • Helps alleviate symptoms of depression 3,4,5
  • Helps lower blood sugar levels 6
  • Helps lower blood pressure 8,9
  • Helps reduce the frequency of headaches and migraines 10
  • Helps reduce symptoms of PMS 11,12
  • Helps enhance sleep quality 13,14

Native Type II Collagen

  • Main protein found in our own connective tissues
  • Turns off autoimmune response against the body’s own endogenous type II collagen.
  • Helps activate lymphoid nodules responsible for immune surveillance of the intestinal tract. reduces collagen degradation
  • Helps reduce joint pain caused by osteoarthritis 1,2

Selenium

  • Essential mineral supporting the antioxidant defense system and metabolism
  • Helps prevent mental decline 1,2
  • Boosts immune function 3,4
  • Helps reduce risk of certain cancers 5,6
  • Helps protect against heart disease 7,8
  • Supports thyroid health and metabolism 9,10
  • Boosts antioxidant defense system 11,12
  • Helps enhance sleep quality 13,14

Trikatu Blend

  • Traditional tri-herb blend of Black pepper (Piper nigrum), ginger (Zingiber officinalis), and long pepper (Piper longum).

  • Works as a gentle stimulant, priming the digestive system for better digestion and nutrient absorption. 

  • Helps enhance the bioavailability of nutrients 1,2

  • Helps reduce inflammation in autoimmune inflammatory disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. 3,4

Willow Bark

  • The use of willow bark dates to the time of Hippocrates (400 BC) when it was used to reduce fever and inflammation.

  • Its active ingredient salicin, reduces pain inducing chemicals and inflammation, acting a lot like aspirin

  • Helps reduce symptoms of lower back pain 1,2

  • Helps manage inflammation and reduce swelling 3,4

Zinc

  • Zinc is a key micronutrient needed in over 300 enzymes that aid in metabolism, digestion, nerve function and more. 
  • Helps keep the immune system under control and inflammation to manageable levels. 1,2
  • Helps shorten duration of cold symptoms and inhibits viral replication in cells. 3,4
  • Aids in wound healing for acne, ulcers, burns, and other skin injuries. 5