PC supplementation can increase the levels of the neurotransmitter Acetylcholine. It may improve memory – low levels have been found in patients with Alzheimers.

PC can reduce the lipids that can lead to NASH (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease).

Research has shown that PC may help prevent NSAID related gastrointestinal damage

People with Ulcerative colitis may have reduced levels of OPC in their intestinal mucosa and supplementation may protect the mucous layer and reduce inflammation.

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For the first time, a revolutionary, eco-friendly, pure green tea extract of the highest potency provides 12 x greater absorption of all eight green tea catechins in a single capsule. Research shows the incredible health properties of green tea are due to polyphenols, also known as catechins, a potent type of disease-fighting flavonoid and antioxidant which detoxifies cell-damaging free radicals. Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) is the most biologically active polyphenol in green tea. Origine 8® contains the most potent antioxidants which are clinically proven to help slow down the ageing process and improve overall health.

We know today that it is not what you consume but what you absorb that is the most important factor.

Origine 8® utilises a superior green tea, encapsulated in Liposome Technology. This live plant matter is used in the extraction process, significantly improving the bio-availability of the extracted phytonutrients which are then more thoroughly absorbed by the body than those found in most health products. The end-product is an extremely dense botanical concentrate.

Origine 8 is encapsulated in the LIPOSOME delivery system for better absorption and bioavailability.

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Why the triglyceride (TG) form of fish oils?

• Naturally occurring form in foods and in the body
• Research indicates that it is up to 100 percent more bioavailable than the ethyl ester (EE) form
• Easier to assimilate for individuals with impaired digestion and absorption
• Less prone to oxidation and production of free radicals
• No production of alcohol in the gut or blood stream as in the EE form
• Less susceptible to increasing free fatty acids in the blood, which may increase blood glucose.

Other advantages:

• Purest Omega uses the latest innovation in EPA/DHA technology to insure purity and enhanced absorption.
• Exceptional freshness – freshly caught fish are quickly processed within hours, resulting in exceptionally fresh, raw fish oil.
• Cold extraction – process used for the refining of the EPA & DHA fatty acids
• Minimally processed – produced to the highest standards
• Molecular distillation – removes fishy odour and taste to ensure purity
• Filtration – removes PCBs, chlorinated organ pollutants and heavy metals
• Coyne Healthcare Free of any synthetics, pesticides or herbicides+

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Magnesium is a mineral found in human tissue, and is one of the most important minerals in our body. It is involved in almost every major metabolic process and plays a crucial role in more than 300 enzyme reactions. It operates 24-hours a day throughout the body, from the brain to the toenails. An adequate intake is therefore something one’s body must be able to rely on at any time. Supplemental magnesium may help combat deficiency — but not all supplements are created equal. Many conventional products may not allow for optimal absorption, which means they don’t deliver optimal benefits.

Biomax® Magnesium is made with magnesium citrate which is known to be more readily absorbed than some other magnesium salts. The formulation also uses liposomal magnesium, which offers a sustained time release. This two-part approach to supplementation means one gets results that are both fast-acting and long-lasting.

Every single-serve sachet (30 per pack) delivers 250 mg of elemental magnesium, 100 mg of phosphatidylcholine plus 5 000 mg of prebiotic fibre (isomalto-oligosaccharide) to balance intestinal flora and support digestive health. Biomax® Magnesium sachets are convenient and easy to use – simply mix with water or juice and give yourself an effective daily magnesium boost.

The first of its kind in South Africa:

• Truly innovative magnesium supplement
• Superior bioavailability
• 250 mg of elemental magnesium per dose
• 5 000 mg of prebiotics per dose
• Rapid uptake and sustained time release
• Innovative formulation combines magnesium citrate with liposomal magnesium
• Optimal delivery formulation includes prebiotic fibre to optimise gut health
• Provides phosphatidylcholine for added health benefits
• Suitable for diabetics & vegetarians
• Gluten-free & GMO-free
• No sugar, soy or artificial additives

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Every day we are exposed to a barrage of chemicals that are not naturally found in the body. These chemicals can take a toll on overall health and wellness. Thankfully, the body has a natural detoxification system to help get rid of harmful substances in the environment, or from household products and even food. Sulforaphane is a phytochemical that enhances the natural detoxification processes.

The body’s detoxification system has two phases to process the chemicals we are exposed to every day: Firstly, when these chemicals enter the body, phase one detoxifying enzymes begin to process them into metabolites which may be potentially harmful. An easy way to imagine these metabolites is a broken piece of glass with “rough edges”. These “rough edges”, if not processed further, can harm normal cell function by damaging cellular DNA, proteins and lipids.

Next, phase two detoxifying enzymes process the potentially harmful metabolites into water-soluble and other compounds that can be easily excreted from the body.

Research has shown sulforaphane also supports the body’s defenses against oxidative stress and cell damage. Oxidative stress occurs when there is an imbalance in the production of free radicals and the body’s ability to detoxify their harmful effects by neutralizing them with antioxidants. Free radicals, which can damage DNA, proteins and lipids, are by products of normal metabolism and can also be derived from certain environmental toxins. Sulforaphane can boost the natural production of antioxidant enzymes which reduce oxidative stress, thereby acting indirectly as an antioxidant.

Since sulforaphane is associated with cruciferous vegetables, namely broccoli and broccoli sprouts, many people think they can get the benefits of sulforaphane just by eating their vegetables. Unfortunately, it isn’t that simple, as sulforaphane itself is not found in broccoli. Rather it is the essential ingredients, glucoraphanin and myrosinase, that are present. Unfortunately, there may not be enough of either compound in the plant to allow for adequate sulforaphane production.

This can be due to seed quality, soil composition, the age of the plant, and many other factors. Cooking broccoli typically destroys the myrosinase enzyme, thereby limiting the production of sulforaphane.
Coyne Healthcare’s Bio-Sulforaphane Advanced is a next generation, highly bio-available concentrated source of broccoli phytonutrients rich in sulforaphane to support the activation of Nrf2. It is a 100 percent whole broccoli sprout concentrate yielding cell-protective compounds.

This potent formulation has been produced using technology that optimizes the sulforaphane yield. Its ability to produce high levels of sulforaphane when ingested is what makes it capable of assisting human cells in reducing inflammation and enhancing detoxification. In this way, it can protect the skin by increasing cellular integrity.

Free of any synthetics, pesticides or herbicides.

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Regain your health by using some of the most outstanding ingredients that nature has to offer.

Bio-Curcumin® Advanced with BCM-95® & AKBAMAX®, a world-class curcumin formulation combined with a special extract of Boswellia serrata,is a health supplement made from a strategic blend of natural ingredients. It is specifically designed to help boost and support the body’s internal systems and maintain health in a natural way.

Bio-Curcumin Advanced® with BCM95® contains a standardised extract of Boswellia serrata containing a rich supply of AKBA and other beneficial boswellic acids but minimal β-boswellic acids. AKBA (or 3-Acetyl-11-keto-beta-boswellic acid) has been shown to be the most potent anti-inflammatory component of Boswellia, whereas β-boswellic acids may exacerbate or compound the effects of pro-inflammatory enzymes. It therefore makes sense to consider supplementation rich in AKBA which is free from β-boswellic acids for the purpose of reducing pain and inflammation. AKBAMAX® is a proven antioxidant and is known to support the maintenance of healthy joints.

Bio-Curcumin Advanced is:

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It is produced from sustainable, wild caught Alaskan pollock. Each batch is tested for absolute purity and is free from heavy metals and contaminants with a market leading TOTOX score of no more than 5 at encapsulation.

What are TOTOX scores? Why are they important to take notice of?

All fish oils are not made equal and the freshness of your oil is important for your health.

It is valuable to note that when it comes to Omega 3 supplements, oxidation levels and rancidity are measurable. Consumption of highly oxidised fish oil can be harmful.

Anisidine and Peroxide values (pAV and PV) are commonly used to calculate how oxidised an Omega 3 supplement is. The TOTOX (Total Oxidation) score – calculated using pAV and PV – provides an overall idea of how fresh an oil is. These values are relatively easy to understand, provided testing is actually done. As a general principle, the lower the oxidation numbers, the fresher the oil.

EPA and DHA are the polyunsaturated fatty-acids found in Omega 3 Oils and are considered important compounds in these oils. As oxidation increases, levels of EPA and DHA decrease, meaning a reduced potency in supplements with high scores.

The Global Organisation for EPA and DHA Omega-3 (GOED), whose goal is to improve global consumption of adequate levels of Omega 3s, suggest that a TOTOX limit of 26 is acceptable.

A low TOTOX value of between 0 – 5 is what scientists would consider fresh. A value of 5 is considered the maximum recommended value, with anything higher having the potential for rancidity.

In a 2015 study by Benjamin AB. et al., it was found that 83% of Omega 3 supplements available on the New Zealand market exceeded recommended peroxide values.

In a 2013 follow up study in South Africa carried out by M. Opperman and S. Benade, 44% of commercially available Omega 3 supplements in South Africa were found to be in early stages of rancidity, and more than 80% had oxidation levels higher than those recommended by GOED.

Similarly, a Canadian study by Jackowski SA et al., found that 50% of North American Omega 3 supplements commercially available in Canada exceeded recommended oxidation levels. This study also found that of these products, children’s Omega 3 supplements had the highest TOTOX scores of all.

Consuming highly oxidised/rancid oil may contribute to health issues such as increased ‘bad’ cholesterols, inflammation and organ damage.

A simple way for consumers to check if their fish oil is safe to consume is by taste and smell, as one would do with fish. When fish oils are highly oxidised, they from by-products that may have a strong taste or odour. The highest quality fish oils should have no fishy taste or smell and shouldn’t be

covered up by heavy flavouring.

Adding antioxidants during manufacture is also a common way to preserve the quality of a fish oil over time and prevent oxidation.

Natroceutics Omega 3 Fortified uses a quality source of Omega 3 oil with TOTOX values typically within the range of 0 – 3, with 5 being the maximum standard. We also fortify our Omega 3 with Lutein and Zeaxanthin antioxidants which maintains the integrity of the formulation as well as

provides beneficial antioxidants to the body.

Our Omega 3 fatty acids are in a superior triglyceride form as nature intended them to be. Delivering an impressive 400 mg of EPA and 300 mg of DHA in each 1000 mg capsule.

What form of Omega 3 Oil is best to consume?

Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are important omega 3 fatty acids from fish oil and are available to consumers in two forms: triglyceride (TG) or ethyl ester (EE) form.

These oils, fresh from the source, the way nature intended are in the TG form. The main difference between these forms comes during the distillation process in fish oil production whereby contaminants are removed and omega 3 molecules, EPA and DHA are concentrated. This process requires the conversion of TGs to EEs for concentration to occur.

However, once this distillation process is complete, there is the option to leave the fatty acids attached to an ethyl alcohol (EE) or reattach to glycerol backbone (TG) as an additional step in the process.

EE forms of omega 3 supplements are prevalent in the marketplace because of cost. Bulk EE concentrates typically cost 30-40% less than TG concentrates. They are cheaper to produce than TG forms and are also considered easier to commercially distribute.

The problem arises in the efficacy between EE and TG forms. Studies have shown that EE forms are the least bioavailable form of these fatty acids when compared to TG/ whole fish and have a higher likelihood of oxidation.

Evidence has shown that TG fish oils result in up to 50% higher plasma EPA and DHA when compared with EE forms.

TG forms also have 30 – 50% improved absorption efficiency than EE forms. TG forms are more stable when consumed compared with EE forms that oxidise readily.

During the metabolism process, TG forms are able to break from the glycerol backbone and reattach once absorbed. This is important as fats are stored and transported in the body in TG form.

EE forms are processed in the liver where the EE form is split into fatty acid and ethyl alcohol. The fatty acid must then be re-synthesised into a TG form for distribution in the body. In order to do this, the fatty acid must take a triglyceride backbone from an existing molecule. This donor molecule will then have to find another backbone and this can cause a ripple effect. This is far less efficient than the natural TG form. Subsequently, the release of ethyl alcohol may produce oxidative stress in the body in addition to the release of ethanol.

EE forms have been a part of the human diet for approximately 20 years, whereas TG forms have been provided by nature for an estimated 500 million years.

Our Fortified version of our Omega 3 has the addition of Lutemax 2020 which is a researched and globally recognized Lutein + Zeaxanthin combination supported by scientific evidence. Over and above this, each capsule also contains Vitamin K2 as K2Vital®. This produces the ultimate combination to enhance the cardiovascular, cognitive and eye health benefits of our Omega 3.

Product Benefits:

• Quality assured through GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and batch testing.
• Clean and free from agrochemicals, artificial additives and heavy metals.
• Scientifically formulated and developed.
• Vegan friendly – 100% Plant Based.
• Fully recyclable and supporting environmental regeneration.

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With a greater need for increased minerals, Natroceutics Magnesium Complex is developed to deliver optimal levels of magnesium and overcome the limitations of conventional supplementation through a complex which includes liposomal magnesium, magnesium citrate and the full spectrum of complete trace minerals.

Common signs of Magnesium deficiency:

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Considerations when selecting a Curcumin supplement:

Turmeric is one of the most used and widely studied health-supporting substances that exist on the planet, which has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years.

When modern science caught up, curcumin was identified as the powerhouse bioactive component within turmeric that delivers remarkable health benefits.

We now understand that curcumin delivers a range of advantages – but is specifically a powerful inflammatory modulator – meaning it can positively assist with the healthy expression of inflammation in the human body.

There is, however, a major challenge with curcumin: it has very poor oral bioavailability when used as an extract on its own, and when consumed in whole turmeric, it’s challenging to consume enough on a consistent basis to provide major health benefits.

Not all products are created equal. Many people are disappointed that curcumin doesn’t work for them or has suboptimal results because it may not be absorbed adequately.

Consider the following when selecting a product:

• Are you actually absorbing anything? Does the extract that you are using have a scientifically proven delivery method
• Does your product deliver ‘free’ or ‘bioavailable’ curcumin into the blood stream? This is actually the form that delivers the results. It should state this on the packaging clearly, or be supported by evidence. ‘Total absorption’ and ‘Free’ or ‘Bioactive’ are different things. Many companies make large claims about their absorption but are actually referring to ‘Total Absorption’ which sounds impressive but doesn’t necessarily help you.
• Does it contain unwanted or unnatural additives? Check the label clearly and look at the ingredients list. Additives such as polysorbate 80 and polyvinylpyrrolidone (PVP) commonly appear. Do you want that in your health supplement unless you really need it?
• If you are using chronic medication, be sure to check if the supplement you are taking contains piperine, which is commonly added to curcumin or turmeric to enhance absorption. This may not be advisable with the medication you are using.
• The active life of curcumin in most cases is very short, i.e. 2 – 4 hours. Does your product provide sufficient active life to deliver results, or do you need to take it several times per day?
• Does your curcumin supplement only deliver the benefit of curcumin, without the complete health benefits of turmeric?
• Many capsules are made from animal gelatin which is a major consideration in certain religions and those that follow a plant-based diet.

Natroceutics Curcumin Fortified
– superior and trusted results every time you take our product. 

Product Benefits:

• Quality assured through GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and batch testing.
• Clean and free from agrochemicals, artificial additives and heavy metals.
• Scientifically formulated and developed.
• Vegan friendly – 100% Plant Based.
• Fully recyclable and supporting environmental regeneration.

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Considerations when selecting a Curcumin supplement:

Turmeric is one of the most used and widely studied health-supporting substances that exist on the planet, which has been used in traditional medicine for thousands of years.

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