How It Works

Alfalfa

Alfalfa has been used traditionally as a general tonic to help maintain health and well-being. Alfalfa roots grow deep, providing the plant with a rich source of vital nutrients not always found at the ground’s surface. Alfalfa supplies an abundance of vital nutrients, including cleansing chlorophyll, antioxidants, vitamin C, and minerals like calcium, potassium, iron and zinc. Alfalfa supports healthy, enriched blood, due in part to its natural iron content. Alfalfa also encourages regular bowel movements, helps detoxify the urinary tract, maintains normal-range blood sugar levels, and promotes a healthy immune response.

Marshmallow

Marshmallow root is well-known for its soothing properties, especially for the mucous membranes. Marshmallow naturally contains mucilage, which provides demulcent (soothing) effects that have been used in traditional herbal medicine to relieve tissue irritation. Marshmallow root also provides free radical scavenging activity and supports immune function. Plus, marshmallow root is a rich source of calcium.

Slippery Elm

Slippery elm is a species of elm tree native to eastern North America. Slippery elm bark is a rich source of calcium and other nutrients for structural system health. Slippery elm bark also contains up to 50% mucilage, which supports delicate body tissues. When mixed with water, the soft, inner bark of the slippery elm tree becomes gel-like and soothing. Slippery elm has been used traditionally to support the digestive system and the mucosal lining of the gut. It also absorbs toxins from the bowel and helps maintain normal elimination.

Oat Straw

Oat straw is a cereal grass known for its very nutritious seeds (the oats). Oat staw refers to the stems which are harvested while the oat grass is still green. The oat plant accumulates calcium and magnesium and is notable for having a high protein content compared to other cereal grains. Oat straw is also rich in iron, manganese and zinc. Oatstraw has been used in Europe to help mild symptoms of mental stress and to improve sleep.

Spirulina

Spirulina is a super-food, rich in easily absorbed nutrients. Spirulina contains two-and-a-half times more vitamin B12 than liver, is the best botanical source of complete protein available, and contains several antioxidant-rich carotenoids. It has been used traditionally as food for its nutritional values dating back to the 16th century. Today, NASA uses spirulina for space travel due to the wide range of nutrients provided in a small amount. Spirulina provides support for the nervous system, healthy brain function, immune defenses, and healthy metabolism. Plus, spirulina has recently been shown to have beneficial effects on joint health via its antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties.

Horsetail

Horsetail is traditionally used for skin, nails, hair and bone health. Recent evidence demonstrates extracts of horsetail support cellular health in bones, and its silica content is believed to contribute to the absorption and use of calcium. Horsetail plant contains the highest amount of silica of all known herbs. Silica is found in connective tissues throughout the body and is important in the building and normal repair of healthy connective tissue. In addition, horsetail is a rich source of calcium and other minerals necessary for tissue repair, including copper and zinc. It also contains large amounts of flavonoids, quercetin, sterols and saponins.

Passionflower

Passionflower is widely pursued for its variety of relaxing benefits. Passionflower provides natural support to the relaxation centers of the nervous system and has been used historically as a mild calmative to help with restlessness. For example, Algonquin Indians used passionflower tea to help soothe their nerves. Passionflower supports the nervous system in a variety of ways and is commonly used to promote a restful night’s sleep. The flavonoids in passionflower are believed to support healthy nervous system function and provide a sense of calm. Many have found that passionflower also helps with relaxation of tense muscles.