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The dietary supplement seen here received the Value and Quality Grand Award.
Including this one, 23 of our products duly acquired this respected trade mark, which is a
guarantee for quality and taking the best possible dietary supplement in the interests of
preserving health.
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Spirulina (Spirulina platensis)
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Spirulina algae or spirulina plantensis has the appearance of a polycellular thread which twists helically. It is not labelled as a plant but as bacteria. It occurs in large quantities in subtropical and tropical water. Spirulina algae does not have a strong cell membrane which is why our organs can obtain its essential compounds easily. It has also strong antioxidant content. In nature it contains calcium, magnesium, silicon and zinc. It can mostly be found in dark green leafy vegetables.
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Chlorella (Chlorella pyrenoidosa)
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Chlorella is a single-celled micro alga which lives in fresh water. Despite its small size it is a real powerhouse. Naturally it is rich in iron, magnesium, potassium, selenium, zinc, vitamin C and B and is able to produce amino acids which our body is not capable of producing.
Interesting facts
Chlorella alga has a kind of anti-radiation effect. In 1973, Japanese doctor Ichimura discovered -while testing it on animals- that giving them 8 grams of chlorella per day, the discharge of cadmium (radioactive material) increased in their bodies.
This alga thrives in Western Europe's crystal clear waters of high mineral content. It has been considered a plant since the 19th century. The living alga is red, however, after it has dried, it turns white. It grows very slowly, only 1 milimeter per year. The micro-alga is rich in calcium, more than 34% of its composition is natural pure calcium. In addition, it is very rich in magnesium, iron and other trace elements such as zinc, cobalt, iodine and selenium.
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Astaxanthin (Haematococcus Pluvialis)
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Micro-alga Haematococcus Pluvialis produces the largest quantity of astaxanthin in nature. This freshwater alga is approximately 0.1 mm. It belongs to the family of green algae. During strong solar radiation or nutrient deficiencies, it goes into a resting state and becomes blood red. The main reason of the red color is the astaxanthin carotenoid which was identified in 1944 by English biochemist Tisher. Later, natural astaxanthin became known as ˝the world's most powerful antioxidant.˝
Interesting facts
Astaxanthin production is a natural reaction induced by environmental stress effects. Thanks to its protection functions, this algae is able to survive without food or water for 40 years. It survives extreme summer heat and icy winter temperatures as well. It regains its green and active state when its living conditions are adequate again.
This Medium-term Product contains four different types of microflora in an increased number of germs, as well as Inulin improving efficiency.
Inulin and microflora
Microflora is formed by beneficial, living microorganisms, which survive the acidic environment in the gastrointestinal tract and help maintain the balance of healthy intestinal mircroflora. Our products contain high numbers of bacterial florea and inulin which helps their reproduction. Probiotics word also known as microflora is of Greek origin meaning life. R. B. Parker was the first who used the term probotic in 1974 for organisms and substances responsible for the balance of intestinal tract. The characteristiscs of probiotics are: human origin, non-pathogenic, resistant to the digestive effects of gastric acid, bile, saliva, pancreatic and intestinal fluids. They retain their resilience in food shelf life and technological processes. In addition, probiotics are capable of adhering to mucosal cells, have antimicrobial activity against potential pathogens, and reduce the adherence of pathogenic microbes to the mucosal surface. Probiotics are mostly lactic acid bacteria and bifidobacteria. Most of the best-known probiotic lactic acid bacteria strains are Lactobacillus, smaller portion is Streptococcus genus. Prebiotics are natural nutrients, that are the sole nutrients of probiotics therefore promote their reproduction and prevalance. In the oral cavity and the gastrointestinal tract, the digestive enzymes do not break down the prebiotics and thus can reach the large intestine undigested. Prebiotics are dietary fibers, but water-soluble, therefore one of the best dietary fibers. In addition to their function of dietary fiber, their real utility lies in the fact that they are the exclusive nutrients of probiotics. Because of the lack of digestible nutrition in the large intestine where there is little food, the consumed prebiotics offer the possibility of the reproduction of human-friendly intestinal bacteria. Many foods contain prebiotics, for example: Jerusalem artichoke, chicory, onions, garlic, leeks, artichokes, whole grains, wheat, banana, flax, spinach, cabbage, chard, mustard, berries, legumes, milk and most mature cheese. Inulins are a type of prebiotics and actually dietary fibers that reach the large intestine undigested, enhance the reproduction and prevalance of probiotics. Their role: digestion, balance of the intestinal flora
Our bodies are connected with the outside world through our intestinal system that is about 7-9 meters in length (the largest area in our body). Therefore it is vulnerable by the potential attack of pathogens and toxic substances. Normally there are about 200 to 400 different types of bacterial strains in our bowels. In fetal life beneficial bacteria dominates in 95-98%. Healthy intestinal flora provides protection against a variety of pathogens, ensures the integrity of intestinal mucosa and helps the absorption of the needed nutrients. They produce many essential vitamins for our body. If the gastrointestinal tract's defense mechanisms weaken, it can cause intereference in the absorption processes. In order for probiotics to be effective in their environment, a large number is required which is at least 108 c.f.u./gram in the body. | What does the c.f.u. expression mean? c.f.u.: colony-forming units per milliliter, the number of viable microorganisms. The amount of bacteria is usually measured this way in products. However, inulin is given in milligram. As appropriate doses of at least 109 c.f.u. is accepted. | |
| What kind of probiotic products are effective? - | Prebiotics help the reproduction of probiotics, therefore products should contain inulin or fructo- oligosaccharides. | | - | They resist the effects of stomach acid, bile and digestive enzymes, so the live beneficial bacteria can reach the large intestine, where they are able to adhere and reproduce. One essential condition is that the bacteria keep their viability during their passage through the gastrointestinal tract. | | - | A good probiotic product should contain at least 5-6 strains, as we intend to make up the intestinal flora's multi-culture. | | - | During the warranty period and during technological processes they keep power of resistance. | | - | It contains of an appropriate volume of germs, the minimum quantity proposed by
specialist is 108 or 109 c.f.u. |
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