Alpha Lipoic Acid
What it is: It is a powerful antioxidant that maintains its activity in the aquatic environment of the cell, as well as in the lipid parts of the membrane. It is found in spinach, meat, liver and beer yeastHow it works: : Alpha lipoic acid is used by the body for carbohydrate metabolism and energy production. Furthermore, it contributes to the reduction of neuropathic pain, relieving symptoms such as burning, tingling, discomfort, numbness and loss of sensation, and in the protection against the development neurogenerative lesions. It contributes to relieving and preventing the side effects of diabetes mellitus, such as diabetic neuropathy and eye lesion. It has the capacity to regenerate oxidized forms of vitamin C, vitamin Ε, coenzyme Q10 and glutathione; therefore, an antioxidant grid is created, which is important for the proper functioning of the cellular processes.In which products you can find it:
Artichoke Leaf
What it is: It is a cabbage of the Asteraceae family. Artichoke is rich in vitamins Α, Β1, Β2, niacin and C. How it works: Artichoke leaves have proven to have a positive effect on the flow of bile and the activity of the bile acids, which are known to facilitate the absorption of coenzyme Q10. At the same time, the digestive system and the digestive process is strengthened..In which products you can find it:
Dandelion Root
What it is: It is a flowering, herbaceous plant, also known as Taraxacum officinale or dandelion. How it works: Dandelion boosts the detoxification mechanisms of the liver, helps detoxicate from environmental pollutants (e.g. CCl4), and has protective action on the liver at large amounts of alcohol..In which products you can find it:
Green Barley Grass
What it is: Barley is a cereal grain of the flowering plant/angiosperm of the species Hordeum vulgare of the Poaceae or Gramineae family. It has been grown and used since earliest times and in a great variety of climates. Today, it is mainly used to prepare bread, beer and animal feed. Green barley grass is the leaf of the barley plant. How it works: Green barley grass is a source of the significant antioxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase (SOD), as well as of antioxidant vitamins, minerals and carotenoids.In which products you can find it:
Green Tea Leaf
What it is: Green tea is prepared by drying the leaves collected from the plant Camelia sinensis. It is quite popular in the countries of eastern Asia. Green tea is a significant source of antioxidant polyphenols, mainly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). How it works: Antioxidants are natural ingredients that contribute to fighting free radicals that are harmful to the body, and which cause diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. Polyphenols, known as catechins, are beneficial antioxidant substances, which literally “invade” the human body, protecting it from many diseases such as sore throat and cold, and more severe ones such as cancer, heart disease and hypercholesterolemia.In which products you can find it:
Kale Leaf
What it is: Collard greens, or kale cabbage belongs to the Brassica Oleracea family, where we find broccoli, cauliflower, green vegetables and Brussels sprouts. It is a good source of antioxidants, the most important of which are carotenoids and the rich in sulfur sulforaphane and indole-3-carbinol. Moreover, it contains large quantities of vitamins A, B and K and has the highest vitamin C concentration of all vegetables. How it works: : It is classified by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (U.S.D.A.) as top in content of antioxidant, anti-cancer and phytochemicals. It shields the defense of our body, strengthens the nervous and skeletal systems and improves cell regeneration. Moreover, it relieves from stomach upsets, helps heart function and, due to high content of lutein and zeaxanthin – antioxidants of the family of carotenoids – it contributes to the reduction of the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts.In which products you can find it:
Larch Tree Arabinogalactan
What it is: Arabinogalactan is a biopolymer that consists of monosaccharides of arabinose and galactose. It is a form of fiber that is found in many plants, but in bigger quantities in coniferous trees, such as pine. How it works: Arabinogalactans are soluble fibers that feed intestinal bacteria and help activate certain immune cells to support the optimal functioning of the immune system.In which products you can find it:
L-Cysteine
What it is: It is a nonessential amino acid, and it can be composed in the human body by L-methionine and L-serine. The main characteristic of L-cysteine is that it contains sulfurHow it works: : L-cysteine is a strong antioxidant that protects the cells from the effects of radiation, smoking and other toxins, such as alcohol and heavy metals. It plays an important role in heavy metal binding and is a basic component of various enzymes. Moreover, it has been proven to help the health of hairIn which products you can find it:
L-Taurine
What it is: Taurine, or 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid, is an organic compound, widely distributed in animal tissues. It is an important component of bile and can be found in the colon. It represents up to 0.1% of the total body weight. How it works: : Taurine plays various biological roles, such as conjugation of bile acids, antioxidant activity, osmoregulation, membrane stabilization and modulation of calcium signaling. It is necessary for normal cardiovascular function and the growth of skeletal muscle, the retina and the central nervous system.In which products you can find it:
Schisandra Berry
What it is: Schizandr, also known as Wu Wei Zi – the fruit of five tastes, is a big climbing plant that belongs to the Schizandraceae and Magnoliaceae family. The fruit skin is sweet, the pulp - sour, and the seed – bitter and astringentHow it works: Schizandra is used in traditional Chinese medicine as a significant tonic herb for the whole body; it has a very positive effect on mental health, increase in energy and good mood, and improvement in concentration and memory. Among its main actions are detoxification, rejuvenation and protection of the liver. In which products you can find it:
Sea Buckthorn Berry
What it is: Sea buckthorn (Hippophae L.) is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Eleagnaceae family. How it works: Sea buckthorn berry has high vitamin C content (with average content about 15 times higher than orange) and other natural antioxidants, such as vitamin E, flavonoids, carotenoids (including lycopene, zeaxanthin and beta-carotene) and coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). Moreover, sea buckthorn contains omega-3, omega-6, omega-9 and the rare omega-7, highly important for the reduction of the risk of type II diabetes, atherosclerotic plaque formation, and reduction of an inflammation marker called C-reactive protein (CRP), which is related to increased risk of heart attack and cerebral attack. The nutrients and the phytochemical ingredients of the fruits of sea buckthorn have a positive effect against inflammations, cancer and other diseases.In which products you can find it:
Sea Buckthorn Leaf
What it is: Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae L.) is a deciduous shrub that belongs to the Eleagnaceae familyHow it works: Sea buckthorn leaves contain large quantities of calcium, magnesium, calcium, beta-carotene, flavonoids, lycopene, polyphenols and vitamin Ε that generally fight free radicals. Antioxidants and flavonoids can lower cholesterol, following studies that have been conducted. Moreover, if lycopene is added to our daily diet, it has been proven to reduce the chances of development of cancers of the prostate, stomach and intestine. Dried sea buckthorn leaves are rich in polyunsaturated fats, edible fibers, proteins, minerals, trace elements and carbohydrates. They have high content of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Moreover, sea buckthorn leaves have something that is not contained in the fruit – that is, protein in a percentage of 24%.In which products you can find it:
Selenium
What it is: : It is a chemical element with symbol Se. it belongs to the non-metals and it is one of the most important trace elements of the body. Rich sources of selenium in foods are nuts and mushrooms.How it works: In the body it is essential for the action of antioxidant enzymes and it contributes to the good functioning of the immune system and the thyroid gland. In which products you can find it:
Stabilized Rice Bran
What it is: Rice bran is the outer covering of the rice grain and is often removed during processing. How it works: Rice bran is quite high in B vitamins such as thiamine, niacin and Β6, all of which play a vital role in energy production, cardiovascular health and avoiding depression. Moreover, it contains over 100 known antioxidants, among which are tocotrienols, tocopherols, alpha-lipoic acid (which also recycles antioxidants, such as those of vitamins C and Ε when depleted), coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) and many carotenoids. It is also known to contain the antioxidant enzymes superoxide dismutase (SOD), peroxidase and catalase.In which products you can find it:
Turmeric Root
What it is: Turmeric (scientific name: Curcuma longa or goldenseal) is a rhizomatous, herbaceous, perennial plant of Zingiberaceae family, from South Asia.How it works: The most important chemical components of turmeric are a group of compounds called curcuminoids, which include curcumin (diferuloylmethane), demethoxycurcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin. The natural curcuminoid compounds of turmeric root are one of the most powerful sources in fighting free radicals.In which products you can find it:
Vitamin C
What it is: : Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid, is a water-soluble vitamin. The body cannot compose it; that’s why it is necessary to be taken by foods. Its main sources are fruit and vegetables. How it works: Vitamin C has multiple benefits for the body, mostly due to its antioxidant activity. It is widely used to boost the immune system and to protect the cells from oxidative stress.In which products you can find it: