Grapeseed extract
Vitis vinifera
Grapeseed extract is a natural plant-based antioxidant for cell protection and supports the functioning of the vascular system and protects the heart. Grape seeds are rich in flavonoid compounds called procyanidins.
Sea buckthorn
Hippophae rhamnoides
Sea buckthorn berries are edible and nutritious, though astringent, sour, and oily. They are known to contribute to the mucosal function and help maintain healthy skin from within. They're is rich in vitamins C and E, fibre and essential fatty acids.
Spruce Shoots
Picea ssp.
Spruce shoots are the newly developed foliage tips of the evergreen pine tree, the Norway spruce. Exceptionally rich in vitamin C and minerals, this nutritious botanical is also abundant in secondary metabolites, i.e. flavonoids (kaempferol, quercetin, isorhamnetin, and myricetin), condensed tannins, stilbenes, and terpenoids.
Dandelion
Taraxacum officinale
Dandelion, the humble garden weed, is, in fact, a nutritional powerhouse. It delivers an abundance of essential vitamins, minerals, and polyphenols, including chlorogenic acid and quercetin. In addition, the dark green dandelion leaves provide anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and prebiotic effects, nourishing the entire digestive tract.
Yerba mate
Ilex paraguarensis
Yerba mate is traditionally used to make an infusion, famous for being the most consumed beverage in South America. As a polyphenol-rich alternative to coffee, yerba mate provides gentle nervous system stimulation, along with anti-inflammatory, lipid-lowering, and anti-bacterial properties.
Cacao
Theobroma cacao
Raw Cacao is naturally rich in cardioprotective polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals, including magnesium. Cacao is also abundant with psychoactive mood boosters, including serotonin, tryptophan, phenylethylamine, tyrosine, tryptamine, and tyramine.
Acerola
Malphigia glabra
Acerola is one of nature’s richest sources of vitamin C. Boasting many phytonutrients, including carotenoids, polyphenols, anthocyanins, and flavonoids, Acerola’s potent nutrient synergy provides a wealth of health benefits, many of which target immune system support.
Watermelon
Citrullus lanatus
Watermelon contains the amino acid L-Citrulline, which supports a healthy circulatory system by boosting nitric oxide production. In addition, by containing lycopene, an antioxidant carotenoid, watermelon can be accredited with prostate-protecting properties.
Siberian ginseng
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Siberian ginseng provides adaptogenic support for active lifestyles, helping to alleviate stress while reducing fatigue. This woody shrub is traditionally used to prevent cold and flu while increasing energy sustainability and general vitality.
Saw palmetto
Serenoa repens
Saw palmetto berries nourishes the male reproductive system, specifically the prostate, courtesy of the phytosterols (sitosterol), polysaccharides, and tannins.
Rosemary
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary is a popular culinary herb that contains the phenolic compound rosmarinic acid, a naturally occurring acid known to protect the skin from aging while promoting wound healing. In ancient Greece and Rome, rosemary was a much-revered botanical recognized as a memory enhancer.
Rosehip
Rosa canina
Rosehip contains many phytonutrients, including phenolics, terpenoids, galactolipids, carotenoids, fruit acids, and fatty oils. These phytonutrients have shown that they can ease pain and inflammation while promoting joint health.
Rhodiola
Rhodiola rosea
Rhodiola is a mountain-dwelling botanical indigenous to the Nordic landscape. The root of this flowering perennial is an adaptogen traditionally used for countering the negative impacts of stress. Research suggests that Rhodiola alleviates fatigue while providing support to cognitive performance.
Pine bark
Pinus massoniana
Pine bark provides potent antioxidant support due to its high concentration of polyphenolic compounds, such as proanthocyanidins, catechins, and phenolic acids. Pine trees have a long history of therapeutic usage throughout history. Tea made from pine needles and bark is known to have saved the lives of many scurvy-ridden sailors during the 15th century.
Peppermint
Menthe x piperita
Peppermint is an effective carminative botanical widely used to soothe indigestion, gas and, bloating, primarily due to its volatile oils.
Parsley leaf
Petroselinum crispum
Parsley leaf, the well-known culinary garnish, is also a powerhouse of cell-protective nutrients, including vitamin C, K, and folate, along with the detoxifying green pigment chlorophyll.
Olive leaf
Olea europaea
For centuries, olive leaves have been used in the Mediterranean region due to their health benefitting properties. It is known to exhibit anti-viral effects while helping balance intestinal microbial flora. In addition, research suggests that olive leaf provides cardio-protective, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activity. Olive leaf contains higher levels of polyphenols than olive oil and olive fruit.
Nettle leaf
Urtica dioica
Nettle leaf is polyphenol-rich and contains an abundance of vitamins, minerals, and the GI cleansing alkaline green pigment, chlorophyll. Nettle can also promote urinal tract health.
Montmorency cherry
Prunus cerasus L
Montmorency cherry contains an abundance of antioxidant phytonutrients alongside melatonin, known to regulate the sleep-wake cycle. In addition, research suggests that this variety of cherry accelerates strength-recovery after exercise by decreasing inflammation and oxidative stress.
Lime flower
Tilia spp
Lime flower is renowned for its calming and therapeutic qualities. Traditionally used in herbal medicine, linden (lime flower) tea is understood to combat anxiety while promoting relaxation.
Lemon
Citrus limonum
Lemon provides many potent phenolic compounds, including the cell-protective phytonutrient ferulic acid. In addition, it is recognized for its photo-protective qualities and may help protect the skin from the damaging effects of ultraviolet (UVA) radiation.
Kudzu root
Pueraria lobata
Kudzu root is a rich source of isoflavones that are known to support female hormonal health. In addition, research suggests that Kudzu root exerts chondroprotective (joint strengthening) effects. It is also known to benefit metabolic health, which may help to regulate body composition.
Kale
Brassica oleracea acephala
Kale leaf is polyphenol-rich and naturally abundant with vitamins, minerals, and the GI cleansing alkaline green pigment, chlorophyll, which is a source of magnesium.
Hops
Humulus lupulus
Hops are known for their sedative effect, partly due to their bitter resins. Research suggests that hops can increase the activity of the neurotransmitter GABA by inhibiting the central nervous system from overstimulation.
Green tea
Camellia sinensis
Green tea offers cell-protecting properties due to its abundance of antioxidant polyphenols and the soothing amino acid, L-theanine, which creates a relaxing effect by increasing the activity of the neurotransmitter GABA. Green tea also increases dopamine and elicits alpha waves in the brain, known to regulate mental alertness.
Ginger root
Zingiber officinale
Ginger root naturally boosts digestive enzyme secretions, such as stomach acid (HCL), while assisting protein digestion. In addition, ginger is well known for its anti-bacterial, anti-nausea, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Fennel seed
Foeniculum vulgare
Fennel seed is a potent prebiotic traditionally used for alleviating and soothing digestive cramps. It is known for its anti-microbial effects and is a rich source of cell-protecting polyphenols.
Dong quai
Angelica sinensis
Dong quai has been used by Chinese herbalists for thousands of years to strengthen heart, lung, and liver meridians. Also known as 'female ginseng,' it is considered a 'blood tonic' by generations of women with menstrual pain due to its regulating effect on the menstrual cycle.
Chaga
Inonotus obliquus
Chaga grows predominantly on birch trees and is traditionally a popular tonic of the Nordic region. Chaga is rich in prebiotic protective compounds, including beta-glucans, polysaccharides, and betulinic acid (a cell-protecting triterpenoid), and is known to contribute to immune system health.
Black pepper
Piper nigrum
Formed from the dried fruits of the aromatic plant black pepper, when combined with other ingredients, is known to enhance the overall bioavailability of the blend. Piperine is a potent polyphenol that is naturally present in black pepper. It increases the absorption of nutrients, including coenzyme Q10, specific vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.
Bilberry
Vaccinium myrtillus
Bilberry is a rich source of phytonutrients (anthocyanins) known to support cognition and vision. In addition, it strengthens capillaries, providing potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory protection.
Beetroot
Beta vulgaris
Beetroot is abundant in essential nutrients, prebiotic fiber, and antioxidant polyphenols. These nutrients help nourish the circulatory and digestive systems, supporting the elimination of metabolic waste.
Astragalus
Astragalus membranaceus
Astragalus, a potent adaptogenic botanical widely used in traditional Chinese medicine, can help support the immune system. Polysaccharides, triterpenoid saponins, and flavonoids are the main constituents of astragalus.
Artichoke
Cynara scolymus
Artichoke leaf contains an abundance of health-giving antioxidant phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals that help protect the liver. It also supports the production of healthy bile, which is integral for fat digestion and the efficient removal of toxins.
Lingonberry
Vaccinium vitis-idaea
Lingonberry is a wild arctic berry that is very popular in the Nordic countries, providing us with a naturally rich source of cell-protective phytonutrients. It is also known as partridgeberry, mountain cranberry, or cowberry.
Ashwagandha
Withania somnifera
Ashwagandha is a highly prized adaptogenic botanical within the ancient Ayurvedic method of healing. Ashwagandha has been traditionally used to promote youthful vigor by enhancing muscle strength, endurance, and overall health. It also has stress-reducing properties.
Lemon balm
Melissa officinalis
Lemon balm grows predominantly around the Mediterranean region. The leaves contain an abundance of aromatic essential oils, which have antibacterial, soothing, and anti-spasmodic qualities, known for helping ease restlessness and anxiety.
Turmeric
Curcuma longa
Turmeric is rich in polyphenols. It is known to optimize the detoxification enzymes glutathione-s-transferases and glutathione reductase. In addition, this wonder botanical is acknowledged for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.