Alpha Linolenic Acid –Omega-3 fatty acid beneficial for supporting healthy immune function, vision, cell membranes, and the production of hormone like compounds.

ALFALFA - Plant in the legume family linked to pain relief, especially arthritis, reduced cholesterol and blood sugar, increased energy levels and promotion of good liver health.

ALPHA LIPOIC ACID - Enzyme found in our body’s mitochondria, but as a dietary supplement, it is an antioxidant as well as an important co-factor for other vitamins. Can lower blood sugar levels and increase energy.

AMYLASE - Plant based enzyme essential for the digestion of carbohydrates, the production of energy and the assimilation of fatty acids.

Anchovy – small, cold-water fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and EPA/DHA.  Supports healthy heart, brain and vision function.

Arctic Cod - small, cold-water fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and EPA/DHA.  Supports healthy heart, brain and vision function.

AVENA SATIVA - Oats derived from the same plant as oatmeal that helps decrease blood cholesterol levels and promote relaxation.

B

B1, VITAMIN - Water-soluble vitamin also known as thiamin. Increases energy production due to role in metabolism of protein and carbohydrates, improves memory and other electrical nerve signal functions.

B2, VITAMIN - Water-soluble vitamin that is crucial in turning food to energy. Also can improve mood and concentration and reduces chronic fatigue.

B6, VITAMIN - Co-factor in wide variety of enzyme systems that involve protein and amino acid metabolism, supports optimal nervous system function, needed for red blood cell growth, immunity booster. Water-soluble.

B12, VITAMIN - Another water soluble vitamin necessary for cell division like blood cells, white cells for immunity and skin cells. Also supports nervous system function.

BANABA LEAF – Herb known to maintain healthy blood sugar levels.

BETA CAROTENE - Also called pro vitamin A. Powerful antioxidant, linked to cancer and heart disease protection as well as preventative measure for vision related problems like cataracts.

BETAINE HYDROCHLORIDE - Digestive compound for easier digestion, also believed to heal or alleviate symptoms of such conditions as ulcer and heartburn.

BILBERRY - European version of the American blueberry with known anti-inflammatory qualities, promotes good vision and prevents a number of vision problems.

BIOFLAVONOIDS - Vitamin like substance with antioxidant qualities, acts as shuttle for minerals for easier absorption.

BIOTIN - Water soluble vitamin that increases energy production, promotes normal cholesterol levels and reduces blood sugar levels, strengthens nails and hair and co-factor to several enzyme systems in the body.

BLACK PEPPER EXTRACT - Improves the passage of nutrients along the intestinal wall for increased absorption.

BLUEBERRIES - One of the most potent antioxidant-rich fruits. Beneficial for diabetes and cardiovascular health.

BROCCOLI – Contains indole-3 to support healthy immune function

BROMELAIN - Digestive aid derived from pineapple with anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties. Helpful for indigestion, infections and inflammation.

C

C, VITAMIN - Water-soluble. Powerful antioxidant that promotes wound healing, boosts immunity, and protects against the effects of stress. Linked to cancer prevention.

CALCIUM - Mineral crucial to maintenance and growth of strong bones, prevents osteoporosis prevalent among mature women.

CARROT – Rich in beta carotene, dietary fiber, antioxidants and minerals. Beneficial for healthy vision and immune function.

CELLULASE - Plant based enzyme that breaks down fiber membranes and increases the absorption of plant foods.

CHLORELLA - Considered to be the world’s most nutritious food. Improves the pH of our systems and provides us with additional healthy plant source nutrients.

CHOLINE - Nutrient important for memory aid and brain development, also known to increase energy and to delay fatigue. Linked to cardiovascular and cancer prevention.

CHROMIUM - Mineral that lowers sugar, reduces body fat and controls appetite. Also leads to increased lean body mass, also known to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

CLA - (Conjugated Linoleic Acid) is a naturally occurring fatty acid found in sunflower seeds. It has become famous for the impact that it has on body fat and in particular on abdominal fat. CLA also supports healthy glucose and insulin metabolism.

CO Q10 - Co-factor known to strengthen the heart and improve immune functions, lowers blood pressure. Connected to enhanced endurance and increased energy, as well as the slowing of the aging process.

Cold Processed Wheat Germ Oil – improves colon function, nourishes the skin, lowers cholesterol and boosts the immune system.  Wheat germ oil also helps to protect the heart, arteries and entire vascular system.

CRANBERRY EXTRACT - Long known natural cure for urinary tract infections and maintenance of a healthy urinary tract.

D

D, VITAMIN - Fat-soluble vitamin required for increased bone strength and enhanced calcium absorption.

DAMIANA - Herb known for anxiety relief and relaxation, as well as an anti-depressant and aphrodisiac.

DANDELION - Benefits all liver functions, stimulates bile flow, diuretic and detoxifier, can prevent conditions such as gout, constipation, indigestion and heartburn.

DHA - Beneficial for improving focus and concentration, and sharpening mental acuity; predominantly found in fish oil.

D-PONITOL – Plant-based nutrient that balances blood sugar levels.
 

E

E, VITAMIN - Fat-soluble vitamin that reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer, boosts immune system functions. Co-factor of selenium to produce glutathione.

ELEUTHEROCOCCUS - Also known as Siberian ginseng, linked to improved immune system defense, especially against respiratory tract infections, viruses and flu-like illnesses.

EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) - One of 3 forms of Omega-3 fatty acids found predominantly in fish. Strengthens cell membrane integrity, optimizes neurological transmission and brain function, improves heart and circulatory function, and nourishes the skin.

Evening Primrose Oil – Rich source of plant-based essential fatty acids that help balance hormones to reduce the symptoms and the discomfort associated with PMS and menopause.

F

FLAX SEED OIL – Plant-based essential fatty acid that plays an important role in maintaining healthy immune, cardiovascular and brain function

FOLIC ACID - Water soluble, critical for new cell production (skin and blood especially), promotes hearth health.

G

Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA) – Omega 6 fatty acid found in borage and primrose oil.  Helps fight eczema, psoriasis, and heart problems (like arteriosclerosis).  Provides relief from the symptoms associated with PMS and menopause.

GINKGO BILOBA - Natural herbal supplement that improves memory. Linked to alleviation of Alzheimer’s disease symptoms. Improves circulation, thins blood for good cardiovascular health, anti-depressant and antioxidant.

GLUTATHIONE - Powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory qualities as well as being a free radical scavenger. Product of vitamin E and selenium.

GRAPE SEED EXTRACT - Linked to reduced cancer risk and some cardiovascular diseases, promotes eye health and strengthens blood vessels.

GREEN TEA EXTRACT - Reduces cholesterol, triglycerides and blood clotting, boosts immune function and known to enhance weight loss.

Guggulipids – Helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels and may improve body composition by promoting the reduction of body fat.

H

HAWTHORN - Linked to reduced cancer risk and some cardiovascular diseases, promotes eye health and strengthens blood vessels.

Herring - small, cold-water fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and EPA/DHA.  Supports healthy heart, brain and vision function.

HESPERIDIN - Bioflavanoid linked to capillary health and healthy circulation. Works best with Vitamin C.

I

IODINE - Linked to enhanced weight loss and increased energy levels. Best for thyroid problems and balancing thyroid hormone levels.

INDOLE 3 - Broccoli extract. Powerful antioxidant and linked to breast and stomach cancer prevention.

INOSITOL - Vitamin like molecule that helps mobilize fat from the liver and around internal organs in weight loss, also known to increase energy levels, endurance and oxygen delivery.

INULIN (FOS) - Improves the balance of friendly bacteria in the bowel

IRON - Mineral needed to make healthy red blood cells and stimulates the immune system.

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K

KELP - Aquatic plant useful for thyroid problems. Linked to weight loss through stimulation of the thyroid glands, thus increasing metabolic rates, promotes blood circulation.

KALE– Cruciferous vegetable contains indole-3 to support healthy immune function

KIWI – Potent source of vitamin C to support healthy immune function.

Krill - small, cold-water fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and EPA/DHA.  Supports healthy heart, brain and vision function.

L

L-GLUTAMINE - Transports toxic ammonia, by-product of protein breakdown, to the liver. Can be converted through several steps in the liver into glucose for additional fuel for the muscles during a prolonged workout.

Linoleic Acid (LA) –Naturally occurring Omega 6 fatty acid found predominantly in natural oils such as vegetable and sunflower oil.  Has a positive impact on burning body fat particularly in the abdominal area.  Supports healthy glucose and insulin metabolism.

LIPASE - Plant based enzyme that breaks down fats and is essential to absorption of vitamins A, D, E and K.

LYCOPENE - Pigment found in fruits like tomatoes and watermelon found to be an antioxidant that protects against cardiovascular disease and cancer.

M

MAGNESIUM - Mineral that is a necessary co-factor in many and varied metabolic processes as well as being a structural component in bone and teeth.

Mackerel - small, cold-water fish rich in Omega-3 fatty acids and EPA/DHA.  Supports healthy heart, brain and vision function.

MALIC ACID - Essential for converting sugars and fats into energy for exercising.

MANGANESE - Mineral required for proper metabolism of fat, building of bones and connective tissue and to produce energy.

MOLYBDENUM - Trace element that assists in the metabolism of iron in the liver, as well as being a co-factor in many enzyme systems.

MUIRA PUAMA - Herbal supplement linked to stress management, nervous system stimulation, but more commonly used to enhance sexual performance.

N

N-ACETYL CYSTEINE - Known to enhance immune system functions, especially against cancer and heart disease. Also reduces exercise fatigue.

NIACIN - Water soluble vitamin that is required for protein metabolism and proper brain functions.

NIACINAMIDE - Plays an important role as catalyst in energy production processes, the breakdown of proteins and fatty acids and formation of steroid hormones and red blood cells.

Non-GMO Organic Lecihttp://www.progressivenutritional.com/efa/thin - helps regulate cholesterol and provides cardiovascular and immune system protection.

O

Oleic Acid -Omega 9 mono-unsaturated fatty acid that is found in avocado, apricot seeds, almonds and olive oil.  Oleic acid lowers the risk of a heart attack, arteriosclerosis, and aids in breast health. 

P

PABA - Para-aminobenzoic acid, a vitamin-like substance. A precursor to folic acid production, an important step in cell division and healthy development of red blood cells.

PANTOTHENIC ACID - Water soluble member of the B-vitamins. Necessary for metabolism of proteins, fats and carbohydrates for energy, stimulates antibody production, synthesizes red blood cells and corticosteroids that allow us to withstand stress.

PAPAIN – Digestive aid derived from papaya. Aids in the digestion of protein.