1. Nourishes body’s
immune system
The immune system is your body’s ‘armed forces’
and preserves the "uniqueness" of the individual. It protects us against
threats from viruses,
infections, and the ordinary flu. Selenium is used
to boost the immune system. Goji is a powerful antioxidant that fortifies
the immune system against disease. Mangosteen contains a unique group of
antioxidants called xanthones, which
work to maintain the immune system. The Acai berry boosts your Immune
System. Aloe vera juice contains many ingredients providing antibacterial,
antiviral and analgesic elements beneficial to the immune system. Reishi
mushroom contains a high amount of polysaccharides
which are essential for proper functioning of the immune system. Shiitake
mushrooms are also good for colds. Green tea extract stimulates the immune
system. Apple Polyphenols have been medically
linked to human health benefits including immune system regulation. Noni
juice extracts support a healthy immune system. Cherries provide a healthy
and safe way to produce melatonin, which is secreted by the pineal gland,
a pea-size structure at the center of the brain, and it is produced to
help strengthen the immune system. Vitamin E helps to boost the immune
system.
2.
Promote healthy circulatory system
The Circulatory System is responsible for
transporting nutrients, water, and oxygen throughout the entire body as
well as being a cooling system for the body. Reishi Mushroom is an
important factor in lowering the risk for coronary artery disease. Grape
Seed Extract supports the blood vessels. Bilberry also assists in the
strengthening of connective tissue and the formation of new
capillaries which
results in improved blood flow and dramatically reduces clotting related
health risks. Wild blueberry offers valuable benefits for supporting the
circulatory system. Vitamin E improves the circulatory system and aids the
blood's ability to clot, keeping the heart
healthy.
3.
Protects your body from premature aging
Premature aging refers to
the unnatural acceleration of the natural aging process, primarily due to
damage from an unhealthy lifestyle. Low levels of selenium can lead to
premature aging. Components of Aloe Vera have been found to reverse
degenerative skin changes by stimulating collagen and elastin synthesis,
in essence turning back the clock on the effects aging has on skin. Recent
studies discovered natural wild blueberries to be one of the richest
sources of anti-aging antioxidants. Seabuckthorn oil helps to prevent and
treat wrinkles, dryness and other symptoms of malnourished or prematurely
aging skin, and it is reported to have unique anti-aging properties.
Cherries are rich in two important flavonoids,
isoqueritrin and queritrin, which act as antioxidants and work to
eliminate byproducts of oxidative stress, therefore slowing down the aging
process. Vitamin E has a neutralizing effect on free radicals, which
supports prevention from premature
aging.
4.
Powerful antioxidants
Antioxidants are intimately involved
in the prevention of cellular damage. Antioxidants help the body to resist
infection and disease. They can be found in wild blueberries, Aronia
Juice, red grapes, and cherries. Green tea leaf extract contains EGCG, a
powerful antioxidant 200 times more potent than vitamin E, 100 times more
powerful than Vitamin C, and it also has six times the antioxidant
properties of black tea. Grape seed extract’s antioxidants, on the other
hand, have been shown to remain in the body for as long as 3 full days,
and is 20 times more potent than vitamin C, and 50 times more stronger
than Vitamin E. Apple polyphenols have antioxidant power many times
greater than vitamins C and E - 100g of fresh apples has the antioxidant
activity equivalent to 1500mg of vitamin C. In conjunction with the
flavone rich berries seabuckthorn demonstrates that it is a powerful
anti-oxidant and supports cardio-vascular health. Researchers at the Linus
Pauling Institute report that white tea boasts the same types of
cancer-fighting antioxidants as green tea, but in even greater amounts.
White Tea has 10 times the antioxidants found in vitamin E and 20 times
the antioxidants found in vitamin C. One of the ways that vitamin E
bolsters health is by acting as an antioxidant and an essential nutrient
that plays a role in disease
prevention.
5. Increase your energy
and strength.
It helps to eliminate fatigue. Reishi
mushrooms increases vital energy. Goji is a powerful antioxidant that
provides the energy to overcome difficult health obstacles and boosts
stamina. A benefit of the Acai berry is that it gives you greater
energy/stamina. Medicinally, Mangosteen has been used for chronic fatigue.
People have described enhanced energy levels after ingesting Aloe Vera
juice. Additionally, shiitake mushrooms have the ability to accelerate
metabolism, relieve fatigue and increase energy. One of the many benefits
of noni juice extracts is the way it boosts energy levels. A diet
containing adequate Vitamin E improves the body's oxygen supply for more
energy/endurance.
6. Promote healthy
digestion
Digestive problems can result in allergies, bowel
irregularity, headaches, fatigue, and sinusitis. Healthy digestion is
essential to a healthy body. The Acai berry improves digestion. Acai has a
high level of fibers that is good for elderly and for people who have
problems with digestive organs. Green tea leaf extract is rich in
bioflavonoid, and protects against digestive and respiratory infections.
To date, studies indicate that bilberry extract is a proven preventative
of stomach ulcers and has been used as an herb valuable for its powerful
ability to correct many diseases of the digestive system. Noni leaves
dried and made as a tea are used to relieve bowel
disorders.
7. Improves your memory
Results of laboratory tests found that green tea inhibits
the activity of certain enzymes in the brain which are associated with
memory. It also inhibits the activity of enzymes associated with the
development of Alzheimer's disease, which helps to slow its development.
The Acai berry gives you Improved Mental Focus. Blueberry antioxidants may
act to protect the body against damage from oxidative stress, one of
several biological processes implicated in aging and in the development of
several neuro-degenerative diseases. In a recent study funded by The
National Institute on Aging (NIA) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture,
animals fed a diet rich in blueberry extract demonstrated fewer
age-related motor changes and outperformed their study counterparts on
memory tests. The nutrients and compounds found in cherries help improve
physiological and mental functions. Researchers have found a connection
between poor memory and low blood levels of vitamin E in an elderly
population.
8. Protects your DNA
Goji
contains betaine (used by the liver to produce choline - a compound that
calms nervousness, enhances memory, promotes muscle growth, and protects
against fatty liver disease). Betaine also protects DNA. Bilberry extract
has also been thought to protect DNA. Numerous scientific studies have
attested to vitamin E's great health benefits towards DNA
repair.
9. Enhance libido and sexual
function
One of the premier sexual tonic herbs is the Goji berry,
which helps to spark passion. It increases testosterone in the blood,
thereby increasing libido in both men and women. A benefit of the Acai
berry is that it has improved sexual
function.
10. Helps inhibit tumor
growth
Noni juice
extracts show antitumor and immunomodulatory activity. A study reported in
March 28, 1998 suggests that vitamin E blocks tumor progression from
sub-clinical to clinical phase.
11.
Promotes body’s natural defenses
Pomegranate juice is thought to
provide natural anti-viral, anti-fungal, and anti-bacterial benefits. More
and more research suggests that because Hawaiian Noni compounds enable the
immune system to function more effectively, taking the herb in
concentrated forms may significantly boost health and performance. These
compounds appear to have the ability to increase the absorption,
assimilation and utilization of vitamins and minerals. Studies show that
vitamin E helps speed up
healing.
12. Strengthen your muscles
and bones
Reishi mushrooms are beneficial to the joints and it
strengthens tendons and bones. Aloe Vera is believed to reduce severe
joint and muscle pain associated with arthritis, as well as pain related
to tendonitis and injuries. Bilberry extract has been used for coldness,
numbness and/or cramping of the legs. Cherries have been known to relieve
the pain of arthritis or gout. A nutritional deficiency of Vitamin E in
your diet contributes to muscle weakness and
cramps.
13. Can reduce the toxic
effects of chemotherapy and radiation
Research
indicates that Goji can protect against some of the noxious side effects
of chemotherapy and radiation. Seabuckthorn oil is widely used to promote
the recovery of therapeutic radiation treatment and laser
surgery.
14. Promotes normal blood sugar
Goji
has been used in China for the treatment of adult-onset diabetes, and its
polysaccharides have been shown to help balance blood sugar and insulin
response. Several polysaccharides, anthraquinones, and alkaloids are
thought responsible for Hawaiian Noni’s activity as a traditional
Polynesian remedy for diabetes. One of the active constituents in the
Reishi mushroom is thought to include beta-glucan polysaccharides.
Medicinally, Mangosteen has been used for diabetes. Green tea extract can
help lower blood sugar. In Russia bilberry is being used to regulate blood
sugar. Noni fruit extracts are considered a powerful blood
purifier.
15. Can decrease triglyceride levels
The
Acai berry helps lower LDL (harmful cholesterol) while maintaining HDL,
(beneficial cholesterol) levels. Reishi mushrooms may decrease low density
lipoprotein (LDL) and triglyceride levels, while the beneficial effects of
seabuckthorn is in decreasing total cholesterol and triglycerides as well
as increasing HDL. Groups given Aloe Vera showed a decrease in
triglyceride levels. Studies in humans show that apple polyphenol extracts
decreased triglyceride levels by 92%.
16. Relieves
insomnia
A natural treatment for insomnia, which has been used
throughout Asia, has been Goji. Cherries provide a healthy and safe way to
produce melatonin. Melatonin is secreted by the pineal gland, a pea-size
structure at the center of the brain, and it is produced to help our
bodies regulate our sleep-wake cycles.
17. Look and
feel younger
Reishi mushrooms are good for one's complexion. Pomegranate
antioxidants guard your body against molecules that can cause premature
aging. Grape seed extract helps promote skin health. Bilberries are
considered to be anti-ageing compounds. Noni fruit oil is used in soaps
and body lotions. Seabuckthorn oils have been used for centuries as a skin
care remedy, with reported skin nourishing, revitalizing and restorative
actions. It also helps reduce the damaging effects of sun radiation.
Vitamin E has a neutralizing effect on free radicals, promoting a
youthful, healthy look to your skin.
18. Prevent
morning sickness
In China, first trimester mothers use Goji, in the form of
hot tea, to help prevent morning sickness.
19.
Supports better sleep
Goji stimulates the secretion of HGH (human growth hormone),
whose many benefits include better sleep. Reishi mushroom also has been
used to fight fatigue. The Acai berry also promotes better sleep. Cherries
have been known to be beneficial in helping people
sleep.
20. Maintain healthy blood pressure
Reishi mushrooms contain several chemical constituents
called ganoderic acids. Ganoderic acids may lower blood pressure. Red
grape juice provides the same heart-healthy antioxidants as red wine and
is just as effective in reducing heart disease. One of the most studied
antioxidants is resveratrol. A health benefit of resveratrol is its
ability to regulate nitric oxide. Nitric oxide is a gas that enables
smooth muscles to relax. This relaxation of the smooth muscle also occurs
in the walls of the blood vessels and allows blood to flow smoothly. The
Acai berry has been shown to have up to 33 times the Anthocyanin (a
powerful Anti-Oxidant) then red wine grapes. Pomegranate has potential to
help reduce arterial plaque formation in humans. Green tea extract also
lowers blood pressure.
21.Support kidney and liver health
Pomegranate provides minerals to the liver and assimilates vitamin A from
your food intake. It also tones the heart, liver, and kidneys. Green Tea
Extract helps support healthy kidney function. Bilberry has been useful
for treating a feverish liver. Apple polyphenols have previously shown
effectiveness against liver cancer. Wild blueberries contain certain
compounds that may help prevent the bacteria responsible for urinary tract
infections from adhering to the bladder wall. This action helps maintain a
healthy urinary tract environment. Seabuckthorn has significant abilities
to help prevent a number of concerns, such as liver disease. It has also
been suggested that cherries are good for kidney stones. Previous research
has shown that tocotrienols, which is derived from corn, wheat and
soybean, clear toxic substances from the liver and can reduce or stabilize
liver tumors.
22. Reduce the risk of
hypertension
Patients use green tea extract to
prevent hypertension while pomegranate increases resistance to
tuberculosis, relieves hypertension, and mental tension. Noni is a
traditional Polynesian remedy for a variety of conditions including cancer
and hypertension.
23. Improve your lymphocyte
count
A lymphocyte is any group of white blood
cells of crucial importance to the adaptive part of the body’s immune
system. Reishi mushroom is used primarily as an immune stimulant while
pomegranate juice provides natural anti-viral, anti-fungal, and
anti-bacterial benefits.
24. Improves your
vision
The berry of the bilberry
bush contains phytochemical compounds known as flavonoids. The flavonoids
found in the bilberry then classified as anthocyanosides, which are
powerful antioxidants. Anthocyanosides are prescribed regularly in Europe
to treat eye diseases, and can actually improve night vision, maintain
healthy vision and slow the degeneration of the retina and macula in
diabetes-related eye diseases, as well as treat cataracts. Furthermore, it
can increase circulation in the blood vessels in the eyes. Grape seed
extract also helps promote eye health. The results of one study showed
that those who took blueberry extract improved their eyesight. Blueberry
extract also had a positive effect on tired eyes more than on any other
symptom.
25. Support healthy cholesterol
levels
Green tea extract can be used to
lower low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C). Red grape helps to
limit the oxidation of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. Acai has
two essential fatty acids known as Omega 6 (Linoleic acid) and Omega 9
(Oleic acid). Research shows that these fatty acids maintain normal
cholesterol levels. Early research in the 70s already showed the benefits
of shiitake mushroom in lowering cholesterol. Research conducted in Japan
identified a specific amino acid in shiitake that helps speed up the
processing of cholesterol in the liver. In a study using human liver
cells, the researchers showed that antioxidants found in apple extracts
could potentially lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL, low density lipoprotein)
by stimulating the production of LDL receptors in the liver. Seabuckthorn
seed oil contains nearly 90% unsaturated fat with over 30% of both
Linolenic acid and Linoleic acids. The high level of omega fatty acids
makes seabuckthorn seed oil appropriate for decreasing the risk of heart
disease. One of the health benefits of cherries is that it helps in
reducing cholesterol levels. White Tea may inhibit oxidation of LDL (low
density lipoproteins), sometimes referred to as "bad cholesterol". As an
antioxidant, vitamin E prevents cholesterol from oxidizing and forming
plaque in the arteries as well as increasing 'good'
cholesterol.
26. Strengthen your
heart
Betaine, which is found
in the Goji berry, can help reduce levels of homocysteine, a prime risk
factor in heart disease. Acai's Anti-Oxidant factors play a large role in
maintaining a healthy cardio vascular system. Pomegranate Juice is rich in
antioxidants called poly phenols, known to benefit health, especially
heart health. Selenium is needed for the proper functioning of the immune
system and for the production of prostaglandins (substances that affect
blood pressure and inflammation in the body). Low levels of selenium may
worsen atherosclerosis (plaque buildup in arteries which can lead to heart
attack and/or stroke). Reishi is a cardio tonic that supports normal blood
and oxygen flow to the heart. Green Tea Extract protects the heart by
helping prevent vascular blood clotting and reducing cholesterol. Many
research publications have reported on the health benefits of grape seed
extracts improving cardiovascular health. Blueberries and bilberries help
protect cardiovascular health. Interest in the health benefits of Aronia
juice is based on its very high levels of anthocyanins and flavonoids,
five to ten times higher than cranberry juice, with beneficial nutrients
such as antioxidants, polyphenols, minerals and vitamins, which may
include compounds that specifically fight cardiac disease. Cherries are
also beneficial in preventing heart disease. White tea also reduces high
blood pressure by inhibiting the formation of certain enzymes that cause
constriction in blood vessels. The antioxidant Vitamin E may help reduce
high levels of inflammation-causing proteins, C-reactive protein (CRP) and
IL-6, which may contribute to heart disease.
27. Alleviate anxiety and
stress
Reishi mushroom extracts have been
shown to exert many beneficial effects which seem to support Reishi
historical use as an "adaptagen". An adaptagen is defined as a substance
which increases the resistance to stress and improves the general tone of
the body and mind. Noni fruit extracts have been taken for depression.
28. Treats menopausal
symptoms
Pomegranate juice defends
against symptoms associated with menopause. Finally, bilberry offers
relief to women suffering from menstrual cramps, as anthocyanosides, which
are powerful antioxidants, actually help relax the smooth muscle of the
uterus, stopping the contractions that cause pain. People take noni fruit
extracts to relieve painful menstruation. Recent study findings suggest
that Vitamin E could help ease the pain of menstrual cramps.
29. Activates anti-inflammatory enzymes and helps with
fibromyalgia
Antioxidants in the Acai berry,
Aronia juice, and cherries help aid anti-inflammatory enzymes as well as
help prevent chronic pain. Medicinally, Mangosteen has been used for
fibromyalgia. Aloe Vera promotes a variety of anti-inflammatory responses
in the body, reducing swelling from injuries and promoting recovery from
infections. Such anti-inflammatory responses not only aid in the relief of
pain and discomfort, but also enhance the overall wound process. Today's
researchers have found that Reishi mushroom has anti-allergic,
anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and antioxidant properties.
Green tea extract reduces inflammation. Grape seed extract is also
anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-inflammatory. Bilberries help prevent
inflammation. Wild blueberry offers valuable benefits for supporting
anti-inflammatory activity of the body. Noni is particularly useful for
its ability to treat painful joint conditions and to resolve skin
inflammations. Cherries have the nutrients and compounds to help ease the
symptoms associated with Fibromyalgia Syndrome. Lab tests also show that
the anthocyanins in tart cherries give 10 times the anti-inflammatory
relief of aspirin, without irritating the stomach.
30. Improves disease resistance
Go-Go Juice
helps to improve your resistance to diseases, such as coronary artery,
heart, and fibrocystic disease of the breast. Vitamin E helps white blood
cells to resist infection.
31. Helps you lose
weight
Polyphenols extracted from apples
could increase muscle power and reduce fat in and around organs in the
human body while Goji polysaccharides were shown to reduce body weight by
enhancing the conversion of food into energy instead of fat. Shiitake
mushrooms produce a fat-absorbing compound which aids in weight reduction.
Green Tea extract has thermogenic effects that aids in weight loss without
causing jitters or other unwanted side effects by increasing the rate at
which the body burns calories and enhances fat oxidation. Cherries are low
in calories, low in fat and contain a high percentage of water. Research
has shown increasing water consumption will boost energy levels and help
increase the metabolism. Cherries are also high in potassium and low in
sodium. This helps control water retention by improving water balance, a
diet lower in sodium often results in the loss of excess water weight.
Many people are discovering the benefits of eating high water fruits like
cherries for help in losing weight.
32.
Relieve headaches and dizziness
Pomegranate increases resistance to mental tension. Used in powder form,
it can be used to treat diarrhea and nosebleeds. Medicinally, Mangosteen
has been used for migraines. Grape seed extract is one of the few
antioxidants that can penetrate the blood brain barrier to help protect
the brain and nerve tissue. The chemicals that make blueberries blue --
anthocyanins -- may also keep the brain healthy. By helping to reduce
inflammation in the body, the anthocyanin and bioflanoids in cherries help
eliminate migraine headaches. These compounds are known to have similar
activity to aspirin and ibuprofen.
33.
Build strong blood
Ganoderic acids,
found in the Reishi mushroom, may lower blood pressure as well as decrease
low density lipoprotein (LDL) and triglyceride levels. These specific
triterpenoids also help reduce blood platelets from sticking together—an
important factor in lowering the risk for coronary artery disease. Red
grape also keeps blood platelets from sticking together, helping to
prevent blood clots.
34. Helps decrease hair
loss
According to a recent study,
selenium supplementation over a period of 3 months resulted in significant
decrease in hair loss. Acne and acne rosacea are two conditions that can
crop up at any time and affect the appearance of the skin. Hair loss is
also a symptom. Seabuckthorn has general nourishing, revitalizing, and
restorative action and can be used for acne, which helps decrease hair
loss.
35. Reduce your risk of
cancer
Selenium is used to
treat and prevent cancer (gastrointestinal as well as lung). A study also
found that men with the highest levels of selenium have one-fourth to
one-fifth fewer prostate cancer cases than men with low levels of
selenium. Reishi mushroom is used primarily as an immune stimulant by
patients with HIV or cancer, while shiitake mushroom is frequently used
for cancer prevention and treatment. Patients also use green tea extract
as a dietary beverage and to prevent and treat cancer. Antioxidants in
pomegranate are extremely important because they guard your body against
molecules that can cause cancer. Bilberry has been connected with the
prevention of cancer, heart disease, and macular degeneration. Apple
polyphenols have shown effectiveness against colon, lung, and stomach
cancer. Apple polyphenols may be even more effective against breast cancer
tumors. A study conducted at the University of Illinois revealed that
certain flavonoids (antioxidant compounds in blueberries) inhibit an
enzyme involved in promoting cancer. A study conducted in 1994 cited the
anticancer activity of Hawaiian Noni against lung cancer. In recent years,
we have discovered the benefits of antioxidants in our diet in retarding
the aging process and preventing cancers. One of the best natural sources
of antioxidants is from the berries of the Seabuckthorn. It has a high
dosage of several antioxidant components, rolled into one. It is extremely
high in Vitamin C and Vitamin E. Plus it provides high levels of
beta-carotene. There is also evidence that cherries are so powerful they
may reduce the risk of cancer by 50%. Results of scientific research and
studies done around the world, tout the health benefits of white tea and
how tea may be a great ally in the fight against cancer. Vitamin E has
also been proven to reduce the effects of conditions like Alzheimer's
disease, cataracts, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and some cancers.
36. Single serving
size
Go-Go Juice comes in a single 4oz
serving size. Just one bottle a day is all you need to enjoy great health.
37. Take it - On the
Go!
The healthiest drink on the go
is small enough to fit in your purse, backpack, or pocket, so you can take
it with you anywhere you go.
38.
Convenience
Small enough that it is
convenient to take anywhere – while traveling, on the beach, in the car,
or anywhere else that takes you ---On The Go.
39. No Mess, No Spill
The
single serving means you don’t have to make a mess trying to figure out
how much to take. Just open, drink, and then throw the bottle away.
40. One Of The Highest ORAC
Value
It is one of the highest ORAC
value (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity) juices. ORAC provides us with a
method of measuring the overall antioxidant power of foods and
supplements. Antioxidants are essential to good health, especially with
respect to aging and age related disorders. Scientists have learned that
phytochemicals, including antioxidants, increase our resistance to disease
and boost immunity. Simply put, the higher the ORAC value of food the more
antioxidant power it contains. Scientists at the USDA have announced that
eating high-ORAC foods may slow diseases associated with aging. Latest
tests show that cherries have high ORAC values.
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