Asphalia For Natural Weight Control formally Garden (30 capsules)

A power blend of naturally grown vegetables in capsule form to maintain a healthy lifestyle as part of a normal diet.
Garden contains important anti-oxidants and nutrients found in vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, carrot, onion, cabbage, garlic etc. A new way of ensuring that your child is getting the nutrients not always found in so-called fresh fruit and vegetables.

GARDEN: 50% Festuca arundinacea, Beetroot powder, Broccoli,, Calendula (marigold) Flowers (whole), Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower leaf, Chantui (Chinese herb), Diding (Chinese herb), Garlic, Ginkgo Biloba, Lemon grass, Onion powder, Parsley, Spinach Leaves.

·         Beetroot powder - Beetroot contains antioxidants & fibre

·         Broccoli - Broccoli contains phytochemicals--sulforaphane and the indoles--with significant anti-cancer effects, especially in estrogen-sensitive breast cells, has been shown to suppress not only breast tumor cell growth, but also cancer cell metastasis (the movement of cancerous cells to other parts of the body.  Help for the sun-damaged skin. Sulforaphane, and active compound found in the Brassica family vegetables and highly concentrated in broccoli sprouts, has already been shown to boost liver and skin cells’ detoxify abilities. Now, research conducted at John Hopkins University and published in the November 2005 issue of Cancer Letters indicates sulforaphane can help repair sun – damaged skin. Also Cataract Prevention, Protection against Rheumatoid Arthritis

·        Calendula / Marigold flowers - Calendula has been used to treat a variety of skin disorders, ranging from skin ulcerations to eczema. It has also been used to sooth stomach ulcers, varicose veins and inflammation. Today Calendula is still used by many for the medicinal and health related effects it offers. Flavonoids, found in high amounts in calendula, are thought to account for much of its anti-inflammatory activity as well as medicinal effects. Triterpene and caretonoids are two other constituents of calendula that may play an important role in the herbs medicinal applications. More recently scientists have investigated calendula for possible anticancer and antiviral actions this herb may possess. However, there is not enough evidence at this time to recommend calendula for any type of treatment related to these conditions. The following are list of calendula's reported medicinal applications: Wound healing, Anti-inflammatory, Burns (minor, including sunburn), Conjunctivitis, Eczema, Gastritis, Injuries (minor), Peptic ulcer , Ulcerative colitis ,Sore Throat

·        Cabbage -  Much research has focused on the beneficial phytochemicals in cabbage, particularly its indole-3-carbinole (I3C), sulforaphane, and indoles. These two compounds help activate and stabilize the body's antioxidant and detoxification mechanisms that dismantle and eliminate cancer-producing substances. Raw cabbage juice is also well documented as being remarkably effective in treating peptic ulcers.

·        Carrots-are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, and the richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes. Carrots' antioxidant compounds help protect against cardiovascular disease and cancer and also promote good vision, especially night vision.

·        Cauliflower leaf - Although cauliflower leaves are by-products of cauliflower cultivation, they may be used as a source of natural antioxidants

·        Chantui (Chinese herb) - The highest anti-oxidant levels have been measured in plants traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Chinese medicinal herbs have been used for centuries to alleviate or cure many diseases. Zhang et al (Zhang, Chen et al, 2003) analysed anti-oxidant levels in 108 Chinese medicinal herbs. Over half of the herbs tested contained levels in excess of 10ng/g and some herbs contained levels in the µg/g range. Of particular interest was that many of the herbs containing the highest anti-oxidant levels are traditionally used to treat diseases associated with free radicals

·        Diding (Chinese herb) – Another Chinese herb that is naturally high in anti-oxidants. Believed to have a beneficial effect on irradiation damage induced UV or radiotherapy.

·        Garlic - While these compounds are responsible for garlic's characteristically pungent odour, they are also the source of many of its health-promoting effects. In addition, garlic is an excellent source of manganese, a very good source of vitamin B6 and vitamin C and a good source of selenium. Cardiovascular Benefits, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Bacterial and Anti-Viral Activity,

·        Ginkgo Biloba - For the past three decades, Gingko Biloba has shown positive results across the board. During these studies and tests, the beneficial effect of this extract continues to surprise medical professionals who have patients with brain injuries and memory loss. Here are other benefits from Ginkgo Biloba: Memory enhancement, improved circulation and distribution of oxygen and nutrients throughout the bodies’ circulatory system, causing an increase in the bodies’ metabolism by regulating synapses and transmitters. Reduces plaque that builds up around artery walls. Male fertility supplement for impotent men.

·         Lemon Grass - loaded with antioxidants, which may be why Thai soups are renowned for relieving cold and flu symptoms. Lemon grass is also used to treat headaches, arthritis, fevers and fungal conditions.

·        Onion powder- Onions are rich in chromium, a trace mineral that helps cells respond to insulin, plus vitamin C, and numerous flavonoids, Anti-Inflammatory and Anti-Bacterial Activity,  Boosts Bone Health, Colon Cancer Prevention, Cardiovascular Benefits, Blood-Sugar-Lowering Effects

·        Parsley - Raw parsley cleanses the blood, dissolves viscous deposits in veins, maintains elasticity of blood vessels, facilitates removal of moderately sized kidney and gallstones, treats deafness, ear infections, and benefits the sexual system. It provides antioxidant protection; it counters anaemia, is a traditional diuretic and may help kidney function and gout. It is also a good source of folate and Vitamin C.

·        Spinach Leaves - compounds in spinach function as antioxidants and as anti-cancer agents. These spinach extracts have been shown to slow down cell division in stomach cancer cells. The Vitamin K provided by spinach - almost 200% of the Daily Value in one cup of fresh spinach leaves. Vitamin K1 activates osteocalcin, the major non-collagen protein in bone. Osteocalcin anchors calcium molecules inside of the bone. Spinach is an excellent source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A, The nutrients in spinach can also help with conditions in which inflammation plays a role. For example, asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis are all conditions that involve inflammation.