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Bromelain is a mixture of sulfur-containing protein-digesting enzymes—called proteolytic enzymes or proteases—and several other substances. It is an anti-inflammatory agent, and so can be used for sports injury, trauma, arthritis, and other kinds of swelling. Its main uses are athletic injuries, digestive problems, phlebitis, sinusitis, and aiding healing after surgery. It has also been proposed in the use of arthritis, chronic venous insufficiency, easy bruising, gout, hemorrhoids, menstrual pain, autoimmune disorders, and ulcerative colitis.

Borage Oil - Borage Oil supports heart health and is a good source of Essential Fatty Acids. Borage (Borago officinalis or Echium amoenum), also known as "starflower". Borage oil has been used to treat people with atopic dermatitis (eczema) in preliminary trials, with reductions in skin inflammation, dryness, scaliness, and itch, without side effects being reported.

Policosanol is an interesting and unique natural substance that appears to be the most effective over-the-counter supplement for lowering cholesterol.   This compound is found in plant waxes that are prevalent throughout nature.
Policosanols are a blend of compounds isolated from natural plant waxes.  Policosanol contains several long chain fatty alcohols, including octocossonol, hexacosanol and triacontanol.

Sorbitol, originally derived from the mountain sorberry, is a naturally occurring sweetener found primarily in fruits and berries. This product is manufactured from glucose, but is only 50-75% as sweet as regular sugar. Because it is absorbed and metabolized slowly, sorbitol has little effect on blood sugar levels. this product therefore may be useful in replacing regular sugar in recipes for diabetic diets. use in making jams, canned fruits, and homemade candies, etc.

Glucomannan is a calorie free dietary fiber source obtained from the root of the konjac plant. Our Glucomannan is specially grown and prepared in Japan according to Nature’s Ways exacting specifications. Glucomannan is an excellent addition to a sensible weight loss program.