BodyPlex: Nutrition Powders

ACIDOPHILUS
For healthy digestion and general well-being we need to maintain a healthy balance of bacteria in the gut. Modern-day lifestyle, stress and some drugs, especially antibiotics, can deplete our friendly bacteria which play a vital role in blood cholesterol and immune health as well as our ability to absorb nutrients.

ALFALFA
Alfalfa has therapeutic uses as both food and medicine. It is rich in vitamins, particularly A, B and C and also Vitamin K. It is believed to contain a higher mineral content than most grains and is a natural source of calcium, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus. Alfalfa has therapeutic uses for a wide range of conditions. These include: Digestive System, Joints and Bones and Skin, Circulatory System

AVENA SATIVA
Avena sativa is an extract from wild oats straw, and a rather recent entry to the field of aphrodisiacs. While oats have a long reputation of being the most energizing grain, the alleged sexual effects have not commonly been recognized in previous centuries. Avena sativa is said to free up bound testosterone in both men an women. If this were indeed the case, a prosexual effect would be obvious. Most positive effects of testosterone, including sex drive, are attributed to free testosterone, while bound testosterone is mainly a subject of study when enlarged prostates are the primary concern.

AGNUS CASTUS
Studies reported in the British Medical Journal have shown the value of Agnus Castus in the treatment of Pre-Menstrual Tension / Syndrome. Its hormone regulating effect is also useful in the peri-menopausal phase to help settle fluctuating hormones. Can help to regulate the length of the menstrual cycle. Has been shown to reduce symptoms of PMS, including irritability, mood swings, headaches, breast tenderness and cramps. One trial showed improvements in acne associated with Pre-Menstrual Syndrome.

AMYLASE
Amylase refers to a group of enzymes which break down sugars and starches. It is required to digestcarbohydrates (polysaccharides) into smaller units (disaccharides), and eventually converting theminto even smaller units (monosaccharides) such as glucose. It is also involved in anti-inflammatory reactions such as those caused by the release of histamine and similar substances. These inflammatory reactions normally happen to organs which are in contact with the outside environment, such as your skin and lungs and would include problems such as psoriasis, eczema, hives, insect bites, allergic bee and bug stings, topic dermatitis, and all types of herpes as well as lung problems including asthma and emphysema. Ptyalin (that is amylase found in your saliva) begins polysaccharide digestion in the mouth and the process is completed in the small intestine by amylopsin (amylase excreted by the pancreas).

AMINO ACID CHELATE
A term used to describe a mineral that has been bonded to an amino acid, i.e Magnesium Aspartate. The body can absorb amino acid chelated minerals more easily than standard forms i.e Magnesium Oxide.

ALPHA LIPOIC ACID
An efficient antioxidant, Alpha-Lipoic Acid at high dose levels has been shown to increase glucose uptake, indicating potential utility in the management of blood glucose levels. In diabetics, proteins tend to bind with glucose, precipitating oxidative damage. Alpha-Lipoic Acid supplementation reduces glycation of proteins, thereby offering protection. Alpha-Lipoic Acid also protects against cholesterol oxidation and the consequent atherosclerosis in diabetics as well as in others at risk of cardiovascular diseases.

ASTAXANTHIN
Astaxanthin belongs to a group of compounds called carotenoids. In nature, there are more than 700 different carotenoids, which are responsible for the dazzling array of colours to plants and the animal kingdom.

Astaxanthin is present as a vibrant red pigment in birds, fish, crustaceans, and shellfish. Even certain plants and bacteria produce it. The antioxidative properties of astaxanthin are very powerful, as shown in trials comparing it with other fat-soluble antioxidants such as Vitamin E and ß-carotene.

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