(docosahexaenoic acid) DHA is a long chain polyunsaturated fatty acid found in cold water, oily fish such as sardines, mackerel, herrings and salmon. DHA is an omega 3 fatty acid and is found in high concentrations in the brain and retina. The brain is 60% fat, and DHA is the most abundant fatty acid in …
Creatine is produced naturally from the amino acid glycine, in the human liver, pancreas, and kidneys. It forms creatine phosphate, an important factor in the formation of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), the source of energy for muscle contraction and many other functions in the body. It is concentrated primarily in muscle tissues, including the heart. This …
Colostrum is the fluid produced by the mammary glands after birth, and before the breast milk comes in. It is a source of proteins, carbohydrates, fat, vitamins and minerals plus growth factors and immune factors which provide protection against infection. Colostrum from cows is used for supplementation as it is virtually identical to human colostrum …
Also known as ubiquinone because it is found in the mitochondria of every plant and animal cell, the highest concentration being in the heart and liver. CoQ10 is found primarily in fish and meat,although dietary sources are not likely to be sufficient to make up a deficiency, as it is destroyed by heat in cooking. …
Cod liver is a source of omega 3 fatty acids in the form of EPA and DHA. However, typical cod liver oil composition is only EPA 12%, DHA 9%, quantities which are less concentrated than in oil taken from the whole fish. Although Cod liver oil is a significant source of the fat soluble vitamins …
Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a slightly altered form of the essential Omega 6 fatty acid, linoleic acid and is naturally occuring in meat, dairy products, poultry and eggs. Intestinal bacteria synthesise CLA from linoleic acid , although there is no evidence that supplementing LA increases levels of CLA in the blood. What it does …
Chondroitin sulphate consists of repeating chains of molecules called glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). Chondroitin sulphate is a major constituent of cartilage, it provides structural support and helps keep it hydrated so that nutrients can be transported in and out, an important property, as there is no blood supply to cartilage. What it does is commonly used to …
Chlorella is an algae with high chlorophyll levels, which grows naturally in many seas, oceans and lakes. Like blue-green algae, chlorella is also an excellent source of other nutritional factors including amino acids, vitamins, minerals, essential fatty acids, carotenoids and nucleic acids giving rise to its description as a “super food”. What it does Chlorella …
Celadrin is a compound for aching joints and tired muscles developed through a proprietary process of esterified oils derived from beef tallow. What it does Anti-Inflammatory: Celadrin is able to penetrate cell membranes, which enhances membrane health and integrity and cell-to-cell communication. As a result the production of inflammatory prostaglandins is inhibited. Celadrin may also …
L-carnitine is made in the body from the amino acids lysine and methionine together with Vitamins C, B3, B6 and iron. In infancy, and in situations of high energy needs, such as pregnancy and breast-feeding, the need for L-carnitine can exceed production by the body. What it does Energy Enhancer: Carnitine is needed to release …
