Alpha Lipoic Acid
Benefits:   
  • Alpha Lipoic Acid plays an essential role in energy metabolism and energy production, especially during times of increased energy output.
  • Alpha lipoic acid may improve blood sugar levels in patients suffering from Type 2 Diabetes. It is also used ot treat nerve pain/neuropathy associated  with diabetes treatment.
  • Aloha lipoic acid has been used to assist treatment of alcoholic liver disease, although more research is needed.
Precautions:   
  • Caution is advised when suffering from thyroid disease or diabetes.
 

Brewer’s Yeast
Benefits:   
  • Brewers Yeast is a nutritional supplement manufactured from a by-product of beer production.
  • Brewers Yeast is a natural source of Vitamin B Complex, as well as minerals and trace elements, including Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus and Chromium.
Precautions:   
  • Avoid in cases of yeast allergies.
 

Chondroitin Sulfate
Benefits:   
  • Chondroitin assists with the management of arthritic joint pain and supports the maintenance of healthy joints. It is generally taken alongside glucosamine, as these work together to improve joint health and assist in treatment of osteoarthritis.
Precautions:   
  • Should be avoided in patients using anti-coagulant/anti-platelet substances or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), due to hematological effects.
  • Extracted from shellfish and is therefore not suitable for vegetarians or those suffering from shellfish allergy.

 

Glucosamine
Benefits:   
  • Glucosamine is found in especially high concentrations in cartilage tissues of joints, as it forms major cushioning ingredients of the joints and surrounding tissues. Daily supplementation reduces joint pain and eases mobility of joints.
Precautions:   
  • Extracted from shellfish and is therefore not suitable for vegetarians or those suffering from shellfish allergy.
  • Safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established.
 

Lecithin
Benefits:   
  • Lecithin is a source of choline and inositol.
  • Lecithin is known to assist with the metabolism of dietary fats and cholesterol in the digestive system.
  • Lecithin is a popular supplement used to assist in the nutritional management of high cholesterol levels and to support overall cardiovascular health and well-being.
  • Lecithin is also often used to assist in weight reduction, as part of an energy controlled, balanced diet.
  • Lecithin provides building blocks for the development and maintenance of the nervous system and brain cells. It is therefore a popular nutritional supplement to help optimise memory and concentration.
  • Lecithin is also known to assist with the maintenance of healthy hair and skin.
Precautions:   
Avoid in cases of soy allergies.
 

MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane)

Benefits:   
  • Evidence suggests that taking MSM orally alone or in combination with glucosamine can modestly reduce some symptoms of osteoarthritis such as pain and swelling, and improve joint function or physical function. Preliminary research suggests MSM might inhibit degenerative changes in joints.
  • MSM is a source of sulfur, a building block for the essential amino acids cysteine and methionine.
  • MSM has anti-inflammatory properties.
  • MSM has been used in treating allergic rhinitis and acne due to its anti-inflammatory actions.
Precautions:   
  • Generally considered safe, although safety during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been established.
  • Those with known allergy to sulphur should consider avoiding MSM as it is a sulphur supplement.

 

Cranberry Extract

Cranberry extract contains potent antioxidants nutrients, which:
  • Offers antioxidant protection against harmful free radicals
  • Inhibits the adherence of certain bacteria to the urinary tract mucous membrane.
  • May increase the antioxidant capacity in the bloodstream.
  • Cranberries contain salicylic acid, which has anti-inflammatory properties
Precautions:   
None known.
 

L-Carnitine

Benefits:   
  • L-Carnitine supports the conversion of fat into energy, as it is involved in the metabolism of energy in the mitochondria of all body cells.

 

Green Tea Extract
Benefits:   
  • ECGC, potent green tea antioxidants speed up the metabolism of body fat through a process called thermogenesis, thereby supporting weight loss.
  • Green tea antioxidants and the naturally occurring caffeine in green tea is known to increase the body’s metabolic rate, which benefits weight loss.

 

Pumpkin Seed Oil

Benefits:   
  • Pumpkin Seed Oil contains valuable Omega 6 Fatty Acids  useful for bladder complaint, particularly for the treatment of irritable bladder and enlarged prostate.
Precautions:
None known
 

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