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THE NATURE OF ENZOGENOL
Enzogenol is a powerful and
highly effective formulation of antioxidants extracted from fresh New Zealand
pine bark - the most comprehensive complex of natural antioxidants yet
discovered.
A breakthrough in
processing technology combines all of these antioxidants in an Enzogenol
capsule in exactly the same ratios as are present in the tree's bark. What's
more, the revolutionary pure-water extraction process doesn't use toxic
solvents like traditional extraction processes do.
Enzogenol, health and well-being
The role of antioxidants on
human health is vital, and their importance in contributing to optimal health
is becoming more recognized.
Most people take Enzogenol
to improve their dietary balance of a wide range of important flavonoids
and help prevent the onset of age-related diseases such as coronary heart
disease, cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease. Elevated
levels of oxidative stress have been implicated in these and many other
conditions.
Regular Enzogenol users
enjoy an enhanced feeling of well-being and energy.
Disclaimer: Enzogenol is not
intended as a treatment for any disease. It is a supplement to the diet, which
may well alleviate a shortage of critical flavonoid compounds in your body
Enzogenol dosage
Dosage depends on the
individual. Our normal flavonoid intake is believed to be between 23-170mg/day
and this inadequate amount is due to our low consumption of fresh fruit and
vegetables. Evolutionary biologists believe that when humans relied on hunting
and gathering, they consumed far higher quantities of dietary flavonoids.
Healthy individuals with
balanced diets will require around 50-200mg per day of Enzogenol to help
prevent the onset of degenerative diseases. Those with chronic conditions
and/or other factors - such as age - that lead to higher levels of oxidative
stress have found higher dosage rates more beneficial.
Safety
Enzogenol has been shown to
be safe in a series of clinical studies. It has been widely sold
in a number of countries with virtually no adverse reactions. As with any food
or supplement, an individual may experience an adverse reaction. Should this
occur, you should stop taking the product.
The effects of
flavonoids on coronary heart disease (CHD)
Dietary flavonoids have
been shown to have a positive impact on coronary heart disease. This disease is
one of the biggest killers in the western world, and developments in
cardiovascular disease research have shown that oxidative reactions and free
radicals play a role in myocardial injury and atherogenesis.
THE QUALITIES OF PINE BARK:
Trees have survived the
ravages of the environment for millions of years - due in no small part to
nature's ultimate defense system, humble tree bark.
Bark is a rich source of
particularly active antioxidants called flavonoids, and the bark of Pinus
radiata provides the most comprehensive mix of antioxidants ever
discovered. It is only natural that trees have evolved a defense system
stronger than those of fruits and vegetables - mostly "one season
wonders".
Enzogenol provides an
unprecedented encapsulation of the pine tree's natural defense mechanism, by
extracting a full spectrum of naturally occurring compounds from the pine bark
- through groundbreaking processing technology that uses only pure water in the
extraction process.
It is this patented
technology that enables Enzogenol to contain exactly the same ratios of
significant groups of antioxidants that exist inside the pine bark itself - to
provide the same level of antioxidant protection to humans that pine bark has
provided to Pinus radiata for more than 250 million years.
Pinus radiata - a sustainable source
Pinus radiata (also known as Monterey Pine) is
grown sustainably throughout New Zealand in the pure soil, water and air of New
Zealand's sub-alpine conditions, in the absence of pesticides and chemical
fertilisers.
This tree has flourished in
New Zealand and is the country's most dominant species, with more than 1.6
million hectares of planted forest.
Only radiata bark of a
certain age, from a particular portion of the tree and free from contaminants,
is accepted for extraction into Enzogenol.
The bark is peeled off logs
freshly harvested from a specialist forest, transported immediately to the
Enzogenol production facility, ground, thoroughly screened and then washed in
pure water that has been de-ionised, filtered and cleared of all oxidants.
Bark as a traditional
medicine
Down through the ages,
trees have provided abundantly for humans. They have been a source of wood for
shelter, transport, weapons of war and instruments of cultivation, not to
mention fuel for cooking and heating.
Trees also provide many
different foods: apples, pears, figs, citrus, coconuts, mangoes and dates to
name a few of the most common. Trees, particularly bark, have provided
traditional remedies for ailments in many of the world's cultures:
- 18th century Pacific explorer James Cook used a tea
made up of rimu and manuka twigs to help his crew fight scurvy while in
New Zealand.
- The Maori people of New Zealand used kahikatea bark for
treating bruises.
- The inner bark of the pohutukawa was used externally to
stop bleeding and promote healing.
- Chinese herbalists carry a variety of barks.
- Cinnamon is used for fever control and to soothe
indigestion and other ailments.
- Certain trees and barks were considered by native
Americans to hold supernatural medicinal powers. The Cherokee used pine
bark for many remedies and in ceremonies.
Many treatments recognised
by modern western culture originated from trees: quinine for malaria, and the
active ingredient of aspirin which was first isolated from the bark of the
white willow tree.
Today's medicine also turns
to trees and bark to prevent cancer: Taxol (trade name for paclitaxel), a
compound found in the bark of the Pacific Yew suggest positive results in
the preventative treatment of breast cancer.
All of these compounds work
synergistically to protect the tree from insects, pests and fungal diseases. We
are only beginning to understand the immense complexity and richness of the
many compounds in tree bark.
CLINICAL FINDINGS:
Living Longer - a study
These studies aimed to
determine the effects of Enzogenol on ageing, health and well-being.
Mice were used in the
experiment because, like humans, they develop degenerative diseases as they
age. Much of this degeneration is thought to be due to the action of free radicals attacking cells and tissues
in the body, as well as interfering with regenerative processes.
These studies revealed that
Enzogenol not only slowed down these degenerative processes in mice, it also
helped the mice to live longer and healthier lives.
Key
Findings
Toxicity - No acute or chronic toxicity of
Enzogenol was evident in any of the trials.
Effects on general
condition - Mice fed
Enzogenol grew thicker, glossier fur; their eyes became brighter and their
noses and tails pinker - a sure sign of healthy mice!
When asked to pick the
healthiest looking mice, independent observers invariably identified the mice
that were fed Enzogenol over the control groups.
Effects on longevity - If the mouse results serve as a good
model for humans, then a normal dose of Enzogenol increases the number of
people who survive to a given old age, X, by 1.825 times. In other words, trial
results show that old age survival to age X may be nearly doubled due to Enzogenol.
Conclusions
Of the mice given Enzogenol
during these trials:
* There was no evidence of
acute toxicity
* There was no evidence of chronic toxicity
* The longevity of mice was increased in a dose-dependent manner
Most significantly, it
prolonged the quantity and quality of life.
The
Benefits of Enzogenol
On the basis of these mice
trial results, two classes of effects were observed:
Alpha (a) Effects - Alpha effects are the long-term
effects of scavenging or neutralizing of free radicals. These effects do not
change the way that people feel. The antioxidant is taken in the expectation it
will prevent disease, cancer, heart attacks etc. There is no obvious change -
which could explain the longevity and reduced tumor incidence in the mice.
Beta (ß) Effects - Beta effects are noticed more
quickly. These are the changes that you notice in health, psychological or
emotional state, or that others notice in you. In this case the antioxidant is
affecting metabolic processes with subsequent changes in physical, emotional or
physiological state. Beta effects cause increased alertness, improved skin
condition, less flu’s and colds, faster recovery from soft tissue damage,
improvement in joint movements and an increased ability to cope with stress.
These may be the more compelling reasons for taking a powerful antioxidant.
For additional details and research data on Enzogenol please visit our
Enzogenol products page and the associated data and research links.
** This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and is not intended to replace any FDA approved or physician recommended treatments.
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