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BLADDERWRACK (Fucus Vesiculosus [KELP]) KELP is a good advocate of glandular health, especially the thyroid, pituitary and adrenal glands. KELP is very high in trace minerals. CARICA PAPAYA Is used to stimulate the stomach to increase secretions, releases histamine from body tissue, depresses central nervous system and kills some intestinal parasites. ANANAS SATIVA Bromelain A proteolytic enzyme from pineapple. Used to dissolve protein. Also used by many athletes to reduce inflammation and edema. CYNARA SCOLYMUS Two components in this herb, cynarin and scolymuside, have been shown to activate bile secretion. The customary use of this remedy for treating sluggish livers and debilitated digestive systems. Cyrarin has also been demonstrated to lower both cholesterol and triglyceride levels in the blood. RHAMNUS FRANCULA Used as a laxative to relieve constipation. FUCUS (KELP) Good source of natural or Organic Iodine. Which helps regulate thyroid gland. GYMNEMA SYLVESTRE (meaning sugar destroyer) Indians have for years used Gymnema sylvestre in the treatment of obesity and diabetes. The main activity in Gymnema Sylvestre is due to the presence of a brittle black, complex acidic resin known as Gymnemic Acid and a gulcoside known as Hentriacontane. Most studies confirm the blood sugar lowering or Antidiabetic property of Gymnema. The word "control" best describes the action of Gymnema on blood sugar and Diabetes. It is not a cure and does not substitute for proper dietary habits or medication but its use will help to keep blood sugar levels within acceptable limits. Most of the research into Gymnema Sylvestre has very important reflections in weight control. With better glucose utilization there are fewer "empty" calories to be disposed of by the body. In many studies, when Gymnema Sylvestre, taken along with a normal diet has given very worthwhile results. The consumption of Gymnema Sylvestre does not mean that the person taking it can ignore important dieting practices. It does mean that all ingested sugar will be properly used. Gymnema Sylvestre prevents a high or low blood sugar in non-diabetic persons. Therefore, a person using Gymnema Sylvestre as a dieting aid, does not need worry about depressed tissues or inflated blood sugar levels. SALVIA OFFICINALIS Arouses gastrointestinal tract, and also stimulates central nervous system. SPIRULINA Used as a tonic, treats Obesity and acts as an Energy Booster. BRAN Used as a filler, Useful in keeping the colon clean. XANTHAN AND CAROB GUMS Stabilizing agents, prevents cramping in the intestines. |
