I would like to share this wonderful new product with you. Jule of the Orient is a cutting edge science newly released product of Freelife International and it is the premier jiaogulan tonic. Jiaogulan, translated from Chinese – ” immortality herb”, is a well researched herb widely used in the Chinese Medicine of today. More than 300 human clinical studies can be found proving the amazing health benefits of this miracle herb. To supercharge its qualities (and to make it more palatable) Freelife added 21 synergistic Super nutrients for optimal health and wellness.*
One serve of this wonderful new product (4 ounces) delivers the antioxidant capacity of 15 servings of fruit and vegetables!*
We have already an amazing testimonial of Rhonda with Jule of the Orient, in only a few weeks her Doctor could see the difference in her blood results.
To show you the powerful qualities of these amazing ingredients I have listed a collection of short summaries of the Super Fruits contained in Jule of the Orient. I actually was blown away by the health benefits they provide:
Jiaogulan & 21 synergistic super botanicals….Real power from Nature
Jiaogulan is a member of same family as cucumbers, melons, and gourds. It grows in five-leaf clusters, hence its botanical name, Gynostemma pentaphyllum. Jiaogulan has a long history of use in China, but is just now gaining popularity worldwide because of new scientific research supporting a wide range of health benefits that may very well eclipse that of any plant yet discovered. In its native home in southern China, jiaogulan is so revered that it is called xiancao (“herb of immortality”).
# There is much truth to this honorary name, as is demonstrated by the recent discovery of longevity pockets in the small southern provinces of Guangxi and Guizhou where jiaogulan is used regularly as a tonic. In some of these remote mountain villages, an extraordinary number of people were found to be living very long lives in robust good health, with many reported to be living well beyond 100!
# Jiaogulan is in current clinical use in Asia for the treatment, prevention or management of an astounding 54 diseases, conditions, and syndromes. No other herb has demonstrated such versatility in its applications.
# In China, jiaogulan is believed to slow down the aging process, and it is said that those who drink it daily look younger than their years. Scientific studies have shown that jiaogulan’s exceptionally high antioxidant power is responsible for this effect.
# Jiaogulan has been shown to have a similar effect to drugs such as Viagra® by helping to relax arteries to increase blood flow. Leading scientists have stated that jiaogulan may work far better in this regard than arginine or any other natural sexual enhancement supplement. The mechanism of action nitric oxide release is also of great benefit to the cardiovascular system, and it has a profound effect on fighting inflammation as well.
# Jiaogulan is the premier member of an elite class of plants called adaptogens. These rare herbs help the body to adapt to all forms of stress and imbalance. Chinese scientists have found that jiaogulan exerts a unique two-way action on the central nervous system, calming the nerves when they are irritated and gently energizing them when they are depressed.
Jiaogulan’s broad spectrum of preventative and therapeutic effects can be explained by its status as a potent adaptogen. This rare class of herbs has the ability to normalize abnormal conditions and to bring balance to the body under a wide range of stressful circumstances. Adaptogens also enhance the body’s ability to defend itself by improving immunity and by increasing energy, stamina and endurance. The chemical constituents responsible for the balancing effects of adaptogens are called saponins, and these exist in many forms. It is believed that the adaptogenic power of an herb is directly proportional to its content and variety of saponins. With 28 saponins, Panax ginseng is renowned as an adaptogen. But Jiaogulan contains more than 100 health-giving saponins, which experts believe to be a broader and more powerful range than is found in any plant in Nature. These include powerful gypenoside saponins that are not found in any other species. You can see why scientists around the world are so excited about jiaogulan, and why they believe that it holds such promise for human health and well-being..
Recently, scientific interest in the plant has led to studies observing its potent health benefits. Over 300 scientific papers have been published documenting its amazingly positive effects in the human body, and leading experts believe that its wide range of health benefits will greatly exceed that of any plant to have ever been discovered!
Now to the Super-Fruits:
Japanese Sophora Bud is considered the world’s richest source of the flavonoid quercetin, a powerful antioxidant. This is because it is very rich in rutin which is converted to quercetin in the body.
Rutin is a member of the flavonoid family of plant chemicals, which have been credited with a wide range of health-promoting advantages.
Rutin is a combination of just two chemicals, quercetin and rutinose, and it is found in many plants, also including buckwheat, tea and apples. Both quercetin and rutinose are strong antioxidants which are effective against inflammation, and protect against cell damage and blood circulation problems largely because if its powerful antioxidant properties.
Rutin works well together with vitamin C.
An additional benefit of rutin is that it helps maintain healthy cholesterol levels in your blood, resulting in better circulation. It also supports the immune system.
Schisandra Berry is typically used as a tonic and an adaptogen plus it provides healthful benefits to the liver, lungs, blood, and kidneys..
Its name in Chinese comes from the little known but interesting fact that its berries possess all five basic flavors: salty, sweet, sour, pungent (spicy), and bitter.
This valuable berry contains Vitamins A, C and E along with compounds called lignans. The large amount of lignans found in schisandra berries are beneficial for liver support as well as for strengthening the immune system. Lignans basically help enzymes in the liver produce antioxidants in large amounts.
Schisandra berries function as an adaptogen similar to ginseng, though not as potent. They help reduce fatigue and increase body energy as well as being beneficial for the digestive system. They also possess anti-inflammatory properties.
Luo Han Guo Fruit like the goji berry is one of several that have been called the longevity fruit.
The vine of the Luo Han Guo grows to 9 to 16 feet long, climbing over other plants by means of tendrils which twine round anything they touch. The narrow, heart-shaped leaves are 4- 8 inches long. The fruit is round, almost 3 inches in diameter, and contains a sweet, fleshy, edible pulp and many seeds.
The Luo Han Guo plant is rarely found in the wild today as it has been cultivated for hundreds of years in China’s mountainous regions.
The main health benefits of the luo han guo come mainly from the mogrosides, a group of Triterpene-Glycosides which function as a unique and special antioxidant. These mogrosides, are also what gives the Luo Han Guo its very sweet flavor.
The Luo Han Guo fruit extract is nearly 300 times sweeter than sugar and has been used as a natural sweetener in China for nearly a thousand years due mainly to its flavor.
Luo Han Guo is mainly used in traditional Chinese medicine and as a sweetener. It is also reported to aid in longevity.
The Luo Han Guo fruit promotes respiratory health, enhances immune function, and promotes health and vitality.
Rhodiola is a perennial plant that grows in the high altitudes of the northernmost reaches of Russia, China, Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Tibet. It bears spikes of blue-green leaves bearing a single yellow flower that blooms during the brief arctic summer. Like the better known siberian ginseng or eleuthero root, rhodiola is an adaptogen, enabling the body to maintain physiological balance during times of physical or mental stress.
In one study (from March 2003) 161 cadets, ages 19 to 21 years, were randomized to receive either a single dose of standardized rhodiola extract, a single dose that was 50% stronger than the standardized dose, or placebo. Researchers found that the cadets who received rhodiola extract showed significant lowering of fatigue as measured by an anti-fatigue index compared to those on placebo.
Rhodiola also seems to improve healthy brain function! In an open study of 27 healthy students, physicians, and scientists, researchers reported that Rhodiola root improved the amount and quality of work and very significantly decreased the percent of errors made. Performance levels soared!
In an open study of 128 patients aged 17-55, research suggested that Rhodiola could alleviate occasional bouts of fatigue, irritability and distractibility.
The Russians think so highly of rhodiola root that they are giving it to their Olympic champions and also their cosmonauts to protect them from the incredible stresses of life in outer space.
Blueberries are packed with a wide range of micronutrients, with notably high levels of the essential dietary mineral manganese, vitamin B6, vitamin C, vitamin K and dietary fiber. Also they contain Protein, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Pantothenic acid (B5), Vitamin E, Calcium, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Zinc.
Blueberries, especially the wild species, contain anthocyanins, other antioxidant pigments and various phytochemicals which greatly support nutritional health.
Researchers have shown that blueberry anthocyanins, proanthocyanidins, resveratrol, flavonols, and tannins inhibit free radicals activity, which assists with the body’s normal response to inflammation… Similar to red grape, some blueberry species contain in their skins significant levels of resveratrol, a very valuable antioxidant and phytochemical.
Consuming blueberries (and similar berry fruits including cranberries) provides many benefits for the mind, including improvements in mental focus, concentration, and mental sharpness.
Addition clinical studies have shown blueberries to be beneficial for maintaining cholesterol and blood lipids already in the normal range and for maintaining blood pressure already within the normal range.
Antioxidants are thought to help protect the body against the damaging effects of free radicals associated with the aging process. Blueberries, contain many of these naturally occurring antioxidants such as Vitamins C and E. In addition, blueberries contain anthocyanins and phenolics that can also act as antioxidants. Based on data from the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging blueberries are among the fruits with the highest antioxidant activity.
Using a test called ORAC (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity), researchers have shown that a serving of fresh blueberries provides more antioxidant activity than many other fresh fruits and vegetables.
Elderberries have been used to make syrups, marmalades, and even marshmallows. However, we will find out that the nutritional value of elderberries is pretty amazing. Elderberries happen to grow in clusters on a large shrub and are native to the temperate-to-subtropical regions of both the Northern and Southern Hemisphere.
Black elderberries have been traditionally used as a laxative, diuretic, cleansing tonic and for nutritional support for the respiratory and digestive tracts. They are also known to provide an energy boost to the body.
The nutritional value of the elderberry fruit is quite extensive.
Elderberries contain Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin C,
Protein (in the form of lectin), fats, calcium, and carbohydrates for energy, iron and phosphorus. Elderberry contains ursolic and oleanolic acids which assists with the body’s normal response to inflammation.
Research has shown the elderberry provides immune system support.
The flavonoids found in elderberries include anthocyanins, probably the most powerful antioxidants known to mankind for preventing free radical cell damage caused by poor diet, environmental pollution and stress. In addition elderberry juice can also help improve vision, especially night vision.
Classical Greek healers were very impressed with the elderberry and considered it as one of the best known healing plants found on this earth.
The Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon L.) is a cousin of the blueberry and huckleberry and bilberry. Native peoples used cranberries as food, in ceremonies and medicinally.
There has been a rapidly growing recognition of cranberries for their consumer product popularity, nutrient content and antioxidant qualities, giving them commercial status as a “superfruit”. But, by far the cranberry’s most popular application is its juice.
Cranberry’s benefits come in a variety of forms.
Cranberries contain bacteria-blocking compounds that are believed to be helpful in preventing urinary tract infections, and scientists now think this same function may be useful in blocking the bacteria responsible for ulcers and certain oral bacteria that can lead to gum problems.
There is no doubt cranberries are a healthy fruit. They contain no cholesterol and virtually no fat and are low in sodium. Various cranberry products may contain substantial levels of dietary fiber and certain vitamins, as well as a variety of phytochemicals that may be beneficial to health. Scientists believe that it is the combined actions of many different phytochemicals that contribute to the overall healthy effects, and cranberries are rich in these compounds.
Cranberries are a source of vitamin C, Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 Thiamine, Vitamin B2 Riboflavin, Vitamin B2 Complex Niacin, dietary fiber and the essential dietary mineral, manganese, as well as a balanced profile of other essential micronutrients such as: Calcium, Magnesium, Manganese, Phosphorus, Potassium, Vitamin A,Vitamin K, Beta-Carotene, Lutein and zeaxanthin.
Cranberries are a source of polyphenol antioxidants, which provide benefits to the cardiovascular and immune system.
Pomegranates are originally from Asia and the Middle East, the pomegranate fruit is also known as the Chinese apple.
Pomegranates are a great source of vitamin C, vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), and potassium, and pomegranate juice contains antioxidants polyphenols that will help to protect your blood lipids from oxidation.
The most abundant polyphenols in pomegranate juice are the hydrolyzable tannins called punicalagins which have free-radical scavenging properties in laboratory experiments.
Other phytochemicals contained in pomegranates include polyphenols catechins, gallocatechins, and anthocyanins, which is a valuable antioxidant..
The ORAC score or antioxidant capacity of pomegranate juice has been measured at 2,860 units per 100 grams.
In addition, pomegranate juice, like aspirin, can help keep blood platelets from clumping together to form unwanted clots.
Recent research has found that eight ounces of pomegranate juice daily for three months improved the amount of oxygen getting to the heart muscle.
There is evidence to suggest that pomegranates may also support healthy joints.
The astringent qualities of the pomegranate flower juice, rind and tree bark are considered valuable for a variety of purposes. They have been used for toning skin, (after blending with mustard oil) and even firming-up sagging breasts.
Cherries are very high in antioxidants. Cherries, (as either dried, frozen, or cherry juice), have among the highest levels of very valuable antioxidants, as compared to other fruits. Cherries also contain important nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium,magnesium, iron, fiber and folate. Cherries are contain 19 times more beta carotene than blueberries or strawberries.
Cherries have a very high ORAC antioxidant score – here are some of the ORAC score levels for a serving of various types of cherries:
* Cherry Juice Concentrate: 12,800 ORAC units
* Dried Cherries: 6,800 ORAC units
* Frozen Cherries: 2,033 ORAC units
* Canned Cherries: 1,700 ORAC units
They derive much of their antioxidant power from the powerful anthocyanins contained in cherries. These anthocyanins provide the distinctive red color and may hold the key to the cheery’s many health benefits. The rich, red pigments that give cherries their color are a type of phytonutrient known as flavonoids, which have been linked to a variety of health benefits.
Scientific studies have shown that anthocyanins in cherries help the body to respond to inflammation by blocking the actions of cycloxygenase-1 and 2 enzymes.
Cherries are exceptionally rich in many health promoting flavonoid poly phenolic anti-oxidants such as lutein, zeaxanthin and beta carotene. These antioxidant nutrients act as protective scavengers against harmful free radicals that play a role in aging.
Here is something I found surprising to learn. Cherries contain melatonin and are one of the very few foods that contain it. Melatonin is a potent antioxidant produced naturally by the body’s pineal gland that helps regulate biorhythm and natural sleep patterns. Eating cherries can help you get to sleep faster and also ease jet lag.
A University of Michigan study shows a cherry-enriched diet may help lower body fat (especially belly fat), reduce weight, and support heart health.
Cherries have also been shown to provide excellent joint health support.
Aronia berries are mainly known to have the highest level of antioxidants of any fruit. This translates to the aronia berry having an ORAC (oxygen radical absorptive capacity) score or value, which is higher than any other food.
Native Americans in North America used the aronia berry for medicinal purposes, for making dyes for clothing, and for preserving meats and other foods.
The antioxidant power of the aronia berry is largely due to its high concentration of anthocyanins and proanthocyanidins, both of which are largely responsible for the aronia berry’s dark, almost black, color.
Anthocyanins is a pigment that causes the red, blue or purple colour of plants, fruits, vegetables and flowers. Anthocyanins are flavonoids which help to keep arteries clear, so they are good for cardiovascular health.
The aronia berry also contains vitamins B2, B6, E, C and Folic Acid (another B-vitamin).
Studies have shown the aronia berry can benefit or support blood circulation, urinary tract health, heart health and gastrointestinal health.
Jujube is one of the worlds oldest fruits, having been used in Chinese medicine for over 4000 years.
While Jiaogulan has been called the “Immortality Herb”, Jujube has been called “The Fruit of Immortality.”
The jujube tree fruit is usually reddish in color, and oval shaped. The jujube fruit can grow up to 2 inches in diameter, and it has a smooth skin and a single seed or stone. The fruit is often dried and used in herbal remedies.
In traditional Chinese medicine, jujube has a tonifying effect, it calms the spirit and nourishes the blood. It is also often used as a synergistic herb in herbal formulas to make the ingredients taste better and function more smoothly.
Let’s examine the Nutritional aspects of the Jujube Fruit:
* Jujube contains heavy concentrations of B-Vitamins niacin, riboflavin, thiamine and two forms of vitamin A (beta-carotene).
* The Jujube fruit also contains the valuable minerals calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, sodium and zinc.
* The Jujube fruit contains 100 times more vitamin C than apples and 20 times more than citrus fruits like oranges.
* The Jujube fruit contains an array of phenols and nine bioflavonoids, which support vascular function and cellular health.
* The Jujube fruit contains 18 amino acids.
* The Jujube fruit contains a very large variety of organic acids, the most notable being betulinic acid.
Acai is rated as one of the highest antioxidant containing fruits in the world. Acai has 10 times the antioxidant level of grapes and twice that of blueberries. Acai also has up to 30 times the Anthocyanins of red wine.
Acai can have a fairly high ORAC score – fresh acai berries (100 grams) can have an excellent ORAC antioxidant score of up to 5500. However, freeze dried acai (100 grams) can have an off the chart ORAC antioxidant score of over 70,000. These are totals – this means you would have to eat 100 grams or about 3 and a half ounces of fresh acai berries to get 5500. And eating 1 gram of freeze dried acai would give you an ORAC score of 700 per gram.
The amazing benefits of Acai include increased energy, anti-aging, improved sleep and strong heart health, just to name a few.
Let’s examine what Acai contains from a nutritional standpoint.
First Acai is very rich in vitamins and minerals. Acai contains Vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, C and E. Acai contains as much Vitamin C as blueberries. Acai also contains the minerals potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper and zinc.
Acai is a very valuable source of Plant Sterols There have been 3 specific plant or sometime called photosterols that are contained in Acai – B-sitosterol, campesterol and sigmasterol. Photosterols have numerous health benefits like healthy heart and digestive function.
Acai is also a very valuable source of Amino Acids and Protein. 19 different amino acids have been identified in Acai.
Also the Acai berry is a very rich source of the healthy unsaturated Omega fats like Omega 3, Omega 6 and Omega 9. Almost half of the Acai berry is fat, with 74% of the fat being the healthy unsaturated fats like Omega 3.
Amalaki Fruit is a centerpiece of many traditional Ayurvedic formulations. It is sometime referred to as Indian Gooseberry. It is very rich in vitamin C. The fruit is a powerhouse of antioxidants, polyphenols, tannins, bioflavanoids, amino acids, trace minerals and other beneficial phytonutrients. The fruit also contains flavonoids, ellagic acid and gallic acid.
It is highly regarded for promoting healthy digestion..
In addition here are some of the other healthy benefits of the amalaki fruit
* It promotes cellular rejuvenation, energy, and vitality.
* It improves nutrient absorption, and overall intestinal health.
* It assists with the body’s normal response to inflammation.
* In contains anti-aging properties
* It enhances the immune system
* As an antioxidant it fight harmful free-radicals..
Lychee, translated from Chinese means “gift for a joyful life”.
Lychee fruit is high in the antioxidant Vitamin C and the essential mineral Potassium plus riboflavin and copper.
It is also a very good source of B-complex vitamins such as thiamin, niacin and folates. These vitamins are essential since they function by acting as co-factors to help body metabolize carbohydrates, proteins and fats.
Lychee fruits are low in calories and rich in dietary fiber which can be very important for individuals who are concerned about excess body weight.
Lychees are high in heart-healthy polyphenols, containing 15% more than grapes, a fruit commonly referenced as high in polyphenols.
Here are some of the many Health & Nutritional Benefits of Eating Lychee
* Lychee helps in increasing the energy of the body.
* It increases fluids in the body, which are required for good health.
* It enhances the feeling of well being.
* Lychee is extremely rich in Vitamin C and contains approximately 40 percent more vitamin C than orange.
* It even has high levels of Beta carotene, greater than that found in carrots.
* It contains unsaturated fatty acids, which help in the absorption of beta carotene, and many other fat soluble vitamins.
Lychee fruits have been used for coughs and it is also considered a good antacid.
Seeds of Lychee are said to have analgesic properties and a herbal tea made by boiling tree bark, roots, and flowers from the lychee tree can boost the body’s immune system.
Traditionally in northern India powdered lychee seeds are taken to support the digestive tract.
The Bilberry gained fame during World War II as an aid to help pilots. British Royal Air Force pilots ate Bilberry preserves before night missions as an aid to night vision. It works by helping the eyes better adjust to quick change in light. Bilberry works by improving the microcirculation and regeneration of retinal purple, a substance required for good eyesight.
Bilberry has long been recommended for poor vision and “night blindness.” Clinical tests confirm that given orally it improves visual accuracy in healthy people.
Bilberry supports heart health by improving blood circulation as well as supporting the health of arteries. Moreover Bilberry contains many antiseptic properties as well.
The bilberry is a strong antioxidant that keeps capillary walls strong and flexible. It also helps to maintain the flexibility of the walls of red blood cells, which allows them to pass through the capillaries better. Bilberry contains anthocyanidins and phytochemicals which support healthy blood pressure, and enhance blood supply to the nervous system. Studies indicate that anthocyanidins can provide up to 50 times the antioxidant protection of vitamin E and 10 times the protection of vitamin C. In addition, bilberry supports and strengthens collagen structures, assists with the body’s normal response to inflammation, and has anti-aging properties.
Bilberry’s fruit contains flavonoids, Vitamins A and C, providing antioxidant protection which can help prevent free radical damage to the eyes. Vitamin A is required for sharp vision, while Vitamin C helps form collagen and is needed for growth and repair of tissue cells and blood vessels.
Anthocyanosides support and protect collagen structures in the blood vessels of the eyes, assuring strong, healthy capillaries that carry vital nutrients to eye muscles and nerves.
Codonopsis is a long, sweet root is used extensively in herbal medicine. The Chinese name for codonopsis is tang shen, other common names include bastard ginseng and bonnet bellflower.
Codonopsis is a relatively inexpensive herb that is quite often substituted for Panax ginseng in herbal tonics. It has a similar action as ginseng only not as strong. Thus it gets the name the “poor man’s ginseng” as it has often been used as a ginseng substitute in herbal formulas when ginseng was too expensive or not available.
Thus codonopsis root is often used by poorer Chinese patients, however, its relatively low cost does not diminish it’s place as one of the more important Chinese herbal medicines.
Codonopsis is typically used to supply increased energy in Chinese and Japanese herbal medicine. It is also known to provide healthy support to the digestive, respiratory, and immune systems.
It can also help improve metabolism and provide healthy blood pressure support. It also functions as an adaptogen.
Astragalus root is also called huang qi or milk vetch. It comes from a type of bean or legume.
In China, Traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners would make herbal drinks by soaking the Astragalus root in boiling water and drink it like a tea or a soup as Astragalus has many health benefits. It is usually combined with other herbal supplements. Astragalus root has been used for centuries by traditional Chinese Medicine practitioners.
Many herbalists believe that Astragalus is an ideal substance for boosting the immune system. In addition it has multiple health benefits like:
It increases antioxidant protection and improves circulation.
It has also been shown to provide healthy heart benefits.
It can help fight fatigue as well as improve sleep.
It also can help in maintaining blood pressure already within the normal range.
It fights against free-radical activity, and assists with the body’s normal response to inflammation.
Also studies show it may be beneficial for maintaining cholesterol and blood lipids already in the normal range.
Astragalus root contains important nutrients like glycosides, polysaccharides, choline, betaine, rumatakenin and b-sitosterol.
Ginger is a root plant related to turmeric.
What makes Ginger Root so unique is it has been used around the world for thousands of years for both medicinal purposes and as an aromatic spice. Ginger also acts as a useful food preservative.
Here are some of the useful benefits of Ginger:
- It has been used as an aid for motion sickness.
- Ginger maintaining cholesterol and blood lipids already in the normal range.
- Helps maintain and support healthy joints.
- It is a very potent antioxidant against free-radical activity, which assists with the body’s normal response to inflammation.
- Other benefits of Ginger Root include use as a natural antihistamine.
- It is frequently employed to disguise the taste of medicines.
The two most active ingredients in ginger root are shogaols and gingerols.
Ginger is composed of various nutrients and phytochemicals. The nutrients ginger contains are: Amino acids, calcium, essential fatty acids, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin B-1, vitamin B-2, vitamin B-3, vitamin B-6, vitamin C, and zinc.
The Phytochemicals it contains are: Alpha-pinene, beta-carotene, beta-ionone, beta-sitosterol, caffeic acid, camphor, capsaicin, caryophllene, chlorogenic acid, citral, curcumin, farnesol, ferulic acid, geraniol, gingerols, lecithin, 1,8-cineole, and zingerone
Camu camu provides nutritional support for a healthy immune system, and support for the brain, lymph glands, heart and lungs. It is also an excellent antioxidant and has anti-inflammatory properties.
Camu Camu has an extraordinarily high Vitamin C content. In fact it has the highest concentration of Vitamin C among all fruits on earth. The Camu-Camu fruit provides about 30- 50 times more Vitamin C than an orange. The vitamin C from Camu camu helps protect the fat-soluble vitamins A and E as well as fatty acids from oxidation. Camu Camu vitamin “C” as found in nature consists of enzymes, bioflavonoids and many other components that together are referred to as the P factor. These P factors benefit the body in numerous other ways besides antioxidant activity. The P factors strengthen the vascular system.
Plus camu camu contains natural beta-carotene, calcium, iron, niacin, phosphorus, protein, riboflavin, thiamin and the amino acids valine, leucine and serine.
Camu camu is also rich in very valuable nutritional flavonoids and phytochemical compounds which have demonstrated health benefits.
Longan is often referred to as a (”dragon eye”). It is so named because its fruit, when it is shelled, resembles an eyeball (the black seed shows through the translucent flesh like a pupil/iris.) It is used in Chinese herbal medicine.
Longan contains several compounds, including valuable ellagic acid, that bestow antioxidant and cellprotective effects.
Longan is also rich in a number of vitamins and minerals, including magnesium, phosphorus and potassium, and is rich in vitamins A, B-Complex, Niacin, Calcium, Phosphorous and Vitamin C. In traditional Chinese medicine, longan is considered to have a sweet taste and warm energy, and is associated with the Heart and Spleen meridians.
Longan fruit is beneficial for improved sleep, forgetfulness and anxiety. Longan promotes relaxation and tranquility. It also increases energy and physical stamina.
Q & A with Haru Amagaxe, Ph.D., Chief Scientific Officer
With a rich history in the nutraceutical industry, Dr. Amagase holds a doctorate in Pharmacology and Pharmaceutical Sciences from Hiroshima University in Japan, and performed a Post-Doctoral Felowship in Nutrition at Pennsylvania State University. Whith more than 27 years of experience in research and development, Amagase has published more than 30 scietific papers and holds 12 patents.
Q. What is Jiaogulan?
A. Jiaogulan is a member of the same family as cucumbers, melons, and gourds. It grows in fife-leaf clusters, hence its botalical name Gynostemma pentaphyllum. Jiaogulan has a long history of use in China, but is just now gaining popularity world wide because of new scientific research supporting a wide rang of health benefits that may very well eclipse that of any plant yet discovered.
Q. Where does Jiaogulan grow?
A. Although jiaogulan is now cultivated in many Asian countries, it is widely acknowledged that the best and most effective jiaogulan grows in the forests and foothills of its original home in China.
Q. What are gypenoside saponins?
A. Saponins are a diverse group of chemicals found throughout the plant kingdom, and any have been studied for their health benefits. Jiaogulan contains an elite subgroup of saponins called gypenosides, which may prove to exert the most profound influence on human health. Their structure is similar to the chemical structure of key hormones, and although gypenosides do not function as hormones, they have a remarkable ability to influence the body to produce a healthy balance of its own hormones.* Jiaogulan contains a broader and more powerful range of saponins than any other plant in nature, and its bioactive gypenosides are not found in any other species.
Q.How much Jiaogulan is in Jule?
A. The exct amount of jiaogulan or the other supernutrients contained in Jule is not disclosed. This is considered one of the greatest intellectual assets of FreeLife*. However, rest assured that each serving contains a highly efficacious amount of active ingredinets specifically formulated to deliver maximum nutitional benefit.
Q. Is Jule of the Orient FDA-approved?
A. There is no official approval process or certificate issued by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve the sale of any food or dietary supplement. The FDA has established stringent Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to ensure the safety and manufacturing of foods sold in the United States.
Q. Where is Jule manufactured?
A. Jule is manufactured in a GMP-compliant facility in the United States, and is made from the highest-quality ingredients that are sourced from reputable vendors around the world.
Q. Is Jule safe?
A. Jule is extremely safe and jiaogulan has been consumed in Asia for thousands of years. However, if you are pregnant or nursing, please seek out the advice of a nutritionally-orientated medical practitioner before using.
Q. Why are there natural flavors in Jule?
A. People in China have been drinking herbal tonics and remedies for generations, but for those of us in the Western world, they may be an “acquired taset.” High-quality jiaogulan is somewhat bitter by nature, but by use of a small amount of natural fruit juice and flavor, Jule is able to deliver a consistently pleasant taste and aroma. If you prefer, you can mix Jule with water or a beverage of your choice.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Great website information on Jiaogulan:
www.pubmed.com In the search field use firstly jiaogulan then also use gynostemma pentaphyllum(scientific name)
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It addresses
1. Weight management!
No matter how ambitious your ultimate weight goal may be, the good news is that you don’t have to reach your ideal weight to lower your risk of developing obesity-related medical problems. Losing just 5 to 10% of your total weight will make you significantly healthier, and you’ll feel better, too! TAIslim™ can help you to reach your short-term and long range goals. Thanks to its triple patent pending technology, scientific formulation, and exclusive 4-way action, it will be easier than ever for you to manage your weight and feel great!
2. Help manage fat metabolism!
Supporting healthy fat metabolism is key for waistline watchers. Studies have shown that tummy fat is high risk for health issues. TAIslim is synergistically formulated with key nutrients to support healthy fat metabolism including FreeLife’s exclusive GoChi®, the standardised goji juice that supports healthy stress hormone levels.
3. Enhance your energy levels!
TAIslim has been shown in studies to enhance the body’s production of energy. It features scientifically validated GoChi®, along with four powerful tea extracts and a small amount of natural caffeine to boost your metabolism safely and naturally, without the use of harsh herbal stimulants.
4. Supports healthy thermogenisis!
Thermogenesis refers to the body’s ability to produce heat from stored fat kilojoules/calories. It’s not a prime source of energy, kicking in only when the body is under stress or attack, is exercising heavily, or is in need of heat (the flush of exercise and the “hot under the collar” sensations of anger are both driven by thermogenesis).
TAIslim is based on FreeLife’s revolutionary patent pending technology and research.
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Weight management products should be taken in conjunction with a healthy balance diet, exercise and professional advice. Always read the label and use as directed.