Zambroza - The Great Tasting, Immune Boosting Antioxidant Drink

 

Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana)

Mangosteen is one of the most exciting fruits included in this juice blend. Mangosteen’s outer skin known as the 'pericarp' contains a class of super-antioxidants called xanthones which support the immune system, structural system, digestive system, brain and the skin. Three of these powerful Xanthones were in fact discovered by Nature’s Sunshine's own scientists.

 

Dr. Jerry McLaughlin (pharmacologist) explains the medicinal benefits of this Queen of Fruits: "The mangosteen is an important food throughout Southeast Asia.  The healing powers of the fruit have been known for many years particularly in Thailand. Research has identified some of the bioactive components as a mixture of xanthones. These compounds possess powerful antioxidant properties but they also help to explain a whole series of healthful benefits that have appeared in recent literature."

• Used to treat heart disease, atherosclerosis, hypertension, thrombosis, diabetes, arthritis and inflammation.

• Inhibits the growth of cancer cells.

• Traditionally used to treat fevers, skin problems, inflammation, wounds, allergies and more.

• Strengthens the immune system. Fights viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasitic illnesses.

• Helps relieve pain because inflammation is reduced.

• Fights common GI conditions such as ulcers, irritable bowel diseases, reflux, gastritis, diverticulitis and diarrhoea.

 

Raspberries (Rubus idaeus)

Raspberries are densely packed with powerful phytochemicals that improve health and provide needed energy.  Raspberries are an excellent source of manganese, vitamin C, magnesium, potassium and B vitamins.  They also contain bioflavonoids called anthrocyanins and ellagic acid which are powerful antioxidants.

• Promotes anti-ageing.
• Prevents heart disease and cancer.
• Stimulates memory and motor skills.
• Can improve vision and circulation.
• Controls diabetes.
• Combats sore throats, colds and influenza.
• Fights diarrhoea and nausea.
• Normalises excessive menstruation.
• Protects against oxidative stress (free radicals) and inflammation.

 

Wolfberry or Goji Berry (Lycium barbarum)

For thousands of years, Chinese healers used the fruit from the Wolfberry bush to strengthen the eyes, liver, kidneys, and build healthy circulatory and immune systems. One of the key constituents of wolfberry is Lycium Barbarum Polysaccharide (LBP) which protects the body against cellular damage. Wolfberries also contain carotenoids which are potent antioxidants.  Pharmacological and clinical research indicate that wolfberry imparts a protective effect on the liver, and raises serum levels and macular density of zeaxanthin.

• Improves eyesight and decreases age-related macular degeneration.
• Inhibits growth of leukaemia-affected cells and protects against cellular damage.
• Helps control diabetes.
• Reduces high blood pressure and improves circulatory system.
• Fights asthma symptoms and coughs.
• Reduces fevers.
• Controls skin rashes and itching.
• Combats fatigue and increases resistance to exercise.
• Controls nose bleeds.
• Nourishes and tones the liver and kidneys.
• Helps treat infertility.
• Strengthens the immune system.

• Protects against testicular degeneration.

 

Blueberries (Vaccinium spp.)

Blueberries contain over forty compounds that have antioxidant properties. Blueberries also contain one of the highest concentrations of anthocyanin which makes it one of the healthiest food choices in the fight against premature ageing. Blueberries have also been found to strengthen capillaries and help the body maintain healthy levels of cholesterol.

• Helps prevent strokes.
• Helps prevent cardiovascular disease and high levels of bad cholesterol.
• Reduces diabetes complications.
• Fights cancer and Alzheimer’s.
• Improves eyesight and memory.
• Helps slow down the body's overall ageing process and improve skin ageing.
• Helps reverse age-related neurological disorders.

 

Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis)

The Chinese have known about the medicinal benefits of green tea for over 4,000 years.  Today, scientific research in both Asia and the West are providing hard evidence for the health benefits of green tea, such as protection against ‘out of control cell growth’, supporting the digestive system and lowering total cholesterol levels which is the most common type of heart disease and the leading cause of death in the UK in both men and women.

• Prevents cancer.
• Lowers incidence of coronary heart disease by fighting. atherosclerosis, decreasing high cholesterol and high blood pressure.
• Fights urinary tract infections, gum disease and ulcers.
• Increases weight loss by stimulating metabolism and fat-burning.
• Boosts the immune system, resulting in less viral colds and flu.
• Regulates blood sugar.
• Helps prevent osteoporosis.

 

Apple Juice and Peel extract (M. domestica)

Nature’s Sunshine's scientists found that a combination of apples along with apple skins contain high amounts of antioxidant compounds called phenols.  Phenols help the body maintain proper cell growth, support the circulatory system and prevent the oxidation of the bad cholesterol in fat, which causes premature ageing in cells as well as inflammation and other damage.  Apple consumption has been positively associated with general lung health, including increased lung function, as well as increased weight-loss.

• Contains antioxidants that improve immune function.
• Prevents heart disease and lowers cholesterol.
• Increases and protects lung function.
• Aids digestion, protects the colon and promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria in the digestive tract.
• Reduces the risk of asthma and diabetes.
• Can detoxify the body and increases weight loss.
• Inhibits cancer cell growth.

 

Grape Juice, Seed and Skin Extracts (Vitis spp.)
Scientists have measured the health properties of grapes and found that they contain the vitamins A, B and C, as well as thirteen minerals essential to human life.

 

Concord grape concentrate contains anthocyanins, a class of flavonoids that give intense colour to many fruits and vegetables. In addition, concord grapes contain resveratrol, which demonstrates anti-inflammatory properties.

 

Red grape skin extract contains resveratrol, a powerful antioxidant that exhibits anti-inflammatory properties. In addition, red grapes contain anthocyanins, which offer an array of health-promoting benefits such as antioxidant protection and cardio-protective effects.

 

Red grape seed extract is a powerful antioxidant that protects the body from free radicals, premature ageing, disease and decay. Grape seeds contain a class of naturally occurring compounds known as proanthocyanidins, which have been shown in scientific studies to have antioxidant power that is 20 times greater than vitamin E and 50 times greater than vitamin C.  Other studies have shown that grape seed proanthocyanidins help protect the body from sun damage, enhance vision, improve flexibility in joints, arteries and body tissues such as the heart, and improve blood circulation by strengthening capillaries, veins and arteries.

• Reduces blood pressure and cholesterol levels and prevents cardiovascular disease.
• Fights arteriosclerosis or narrowing of the arteries.
• Displays anti-viral properties.
• Fights urinary tract infections.
• Protects brain cells and function. Improves vision.
• Reduces inflammation in the body.
• Protects and rejuvenates liver cells.
• Inhibits the growth of cancer cells/tumours.
• Improves flexibility in joints, arteries and body tissues.
• Improves blood circulation by strengthening capillaries, veins and arteries.
• Protects against oxidative damage (free radicals).
• Prevents easy bruising, blood clots and strokes.
• Protects body from premature ageing, disease and decay.
• Helps protect body from sun damage.