Spirulina

Spirulina is the main ingredient in the Body Dynamics Mega Cleanse formula. It is a micro algae - or a microscopic plant. Spirulina has special attributes that no other algae can claim: it contains more usable protein than any other food you can name.

Spirulina is the highest protein food in the world. It is about 71% protein (dried whole eggs are about 45%, soybeans 40% and beef is 18%). Of that 71% about 37% can be absorbed by the body which makes it more energy efficient than any other food except the egg, but Spirulina does not have the cholesterol. In addition, it has nearly twice as much Vitamin B-12 as dried liver. It is rich in Vitamin A and it has all eight essential amino acids plus 300% more iron than sirloin steak. Spirulina contains every essential nutrient science has identified.

Diet and Spirulina

Spirulina is the perfect appetite depressant because it contains phenylalanine. This natural substance releases a hormone that "tells" you when you are full. The wonderful advantage of dieting with spirulina is that although you are cutting back on food portions, you are still being fed totally and nutritionally.

Alfalfa

Alfalfa assists in the digestion and assimilation of nutrients in the body. It contains eight essential digestive enzymes. It provides essential minerals, vitamins and enzymes to nourish and strengthen the body. Alfalfa helps to eliminate uric acid which eases arthritis problems. It is rich in protein and contains tryptophan which helps to relax the nerves. Alfalfa contains alkaloid in the leaves which strengthen the central nervous system. It is useful for chemical imbalance, cleaning the blood in cases of toxemia, helping prevent cholesterol accumulation in the veins and in cleaning, building and strengthening the entire body.

Chlorella

Chlorella is a rich source of the branched chain amino acids-L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, and L-Valine-utilized by many athletes for maximum muscle building, repair, and energy. It contains RNA and DNA-the nucleic acids governing cell growth, reproduction, and repair-at level 17 times higher than the sardine, previous "king" of high RNA/DNA foods.

Chlorella is also a rich storehouse of many essential nutrients needed for optimum health, including over 20 vitamins and minerals. It is a very rich source of iron and is one of the few vegetarian foods containing lots of B12. Chlorella is a good source of natural beta carotene, the plant Vitamin A precursor and a potent anti-oxidant.

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Chromium Polynicotinate

Optimal chromium nutrition aids fat loss in three ways:

Better appetite control: There have been many reports that chromium helps curb appetite. Chromium, by aiding brain synthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin, may help control appetite, especially sugar cravings. Increased metabolic rate:Medical science has proposed a cycle in which impaired insulin sensitivity reduces the metabolic rate, thus contributing to weight gain, which in further reduces insulin sensitivity. Chromium polynicotinate potentiates insulin and may help to maintain a high metabolic rate and thereby aid in weight loss. Better protein sparing: Insulin stimulates protein synthesis and retards protein breakdown in muscles. Chromium potentiation of this effect could be especially valuable to dieters by helping to burn available fat, not muscle.

An independent study at the Department of Nutrition, University of California, found that Chromium Polynicotinate is absorbed and retained up to 311% better than chromium picolinate. The USDA also corroborated the superior bioavailability of chromium polynicotinate over chromium picolinate last year.

Green Tea Extract

For centuries, Green tea has been in traditional use in Japan after meals. Now, researchers have isolated a class of chemicals called Green Tea Polyphenols that are primarily responsible for Green Tea's health benefits.

Antioxidant Benefits: Green Tea has been shown to be over 200 times more effective than Vitamin E in preventing oxidative damage to brain cells. It can scavenge free radicals selectively that cause oxidative damage without scavenging the free radicals needed for other uses in the body like immune systems uses. It also has anti-bacterial and anti-viral benefits that can destroy certain harmful species of bacteria along with the ability to inhibit certain enzymes the HIV virus requires to reproduce.

It has also been shown in studies that green tea extract has lowered the blood pressure in animals that are genetically prone to having high blood pressure along with reducing their cholesterol levels and increasing their HDL levels.

Aloe Vera

Aloes were probably brought to the Western Hemisphere by the 18th century Spanish missionaries. Indian medicine men jealously guarded their knowledge of its uses as a valuable trade secret. So, the value of the Aloe as a tonic and aid to the entire body has been well known from long before Christ to modern times.

Medicinal Properties: Cathartic, stomachic, aromatic. Promotes menstruation when suppressed. will expel pinworms after several doses. Aloe is one of the most healing agencies we have among the herbs. It is used in many cathartics. Aloe is one of the best to clean out the colon.

This is one of the finest body cleansers and brings most gratifying results. It cleans the morbid matter from the stomach, liver, kidney, spleen and bladder, and is the finest colon cleanser known. It should be used in any case where a laxative is needed, and is very healing and soothing to the stomach - in fact, wherever it goes.

Angelica

Angelica is helpful in colic and digestive problems. It is considered a tonic to improve well being and mental harmony. It has healing properties, and is useful in all sorts of stomach and intestinal difficulties, including ulcers and vomiting with stomach cramps.

It can be used for intermittent fever, nervous headache, colic, and general weakness.

Bayberry Bark

Bayberry is beneficial rejuvenation of the adrenal glands,cleansing the blood stream, washing out wastes in veins and arteries and ridding the system of poisonous wastes. Bayberry has long been used as a tonic, stimulating the system to help raise vitality and resistance to disease and at the same time to aid digestion, nutrition and building the blood. Bayberry also has a high content of Vitamin C.

Bee Pollen

Bee pollen is high in aspartic acid, an amino acid that is able to stimulate the glands to promote a feeling of physical rejuvenation. It promotes a youthful feeling, builds resistance to diseases, helps to boost healing powers and provides the body with energy.

Studies have found that it has a healing effect, where there are disturbances of the intestinal system such as colitis and chronic constipation. Bee pollen slows down the aging process.

Bee pollen contains 35% protein, about half of which is in the form of free amino acids, which are essential to life. It is high in B Complex vitamins and also in Vitamins A,C, D, and E. It is said to contain every substance needed to maintain life, as it is referred to as a complete food.

Burdock Root

Burdock is one of the best blood purifiers. It can also reduce swelling around joints and help clear the blood of harmful acids. Burdock contains anywhere from 27% to 45% inulin, a form of starch, which is the source of most of its curative powers.

Inulin is a substance that is important in the metabolism of carbohydrates. It also aids the pituitary gland in releasing an ample supply of protein to help adjust hormone balance in the body. It is said that a poorly nourished pituitary gland is responsible for excess weight.

Burdock contains a lot of Vitamin C and iron. It contains l2% protein, 70% carbohydrate, some Vitamin A, P and B-Complex, Vitamin E, PABA and small amounts of sulphur, silicon, copper, iodine and zinc.

Cascara Sagrada

Cascara Sagrada is a bark rich in hormone-like oils which prompt peristaltic action in the intestinal canal. It is one of the best herbs to use for chronic constipation and is said not to be habit forming. It increases the secretions of the stomach, liver and pancreas and exerts a remarkable action in torpor of the colon in constipation.

Cascara is very valuable where there are hemorrhoids because of poor bowel function. It helps in painless evacuations and, after extended usage, the bowels will function naturally and regularly from its tonic effects.

Cascara also has stimulating tonic effects to all nerves that it comes in contact with. It is very cleansing to the colon and helps rebuild its functions.

Dandelion

Dandelion benefits the function of the liver. It has the ability to clear obstructions and stimulate the liver to detoxify poisons. It should be considered a valuable survival food. It contains all the nutritive salts that are required for the body to purify the blood. It promotes a healthy circulation, strengthens weak arteries, cleanses skin blemishes and restores the gastric balance in patients who have suffered severe vomiting.

Dandelion is a natural source of protein. It is rich in Vitamin A. It is an excellent source of Vitamins B, C and E. It is rich in potassium and calcium.

Echinacea

Echinacea stimulates the immune response, increasing the body's ability to resist infections, especially the production of white blood Cells. It improves lymphatic filtrations and drainage, and it helps remove toxins from the blood. It is considered one of the best blood cleansers and is called the King of the Blood Purifiers. It is considered a non-toxic prostate gland. Echinacea is a natural antibiotic. It contains Vitamins A, E, and C, iron, iodine, copper, sulphur, and potassium.

Fennel

Fennel helps to take away the appetite. It helps to stabilize the nervous system and moves waste material out of the body. Fennel improves digestion and has a diuretic effect.

Ginger

Ginger is an excellent herb for the respiratory system. It removes congestion, relieves headaches and other aches and pains, and helps to clear sore throats. It is excellent for an upset stomach and indigestion. It is very effective as a cleansing agent through the bowels and kidneys and also through the skin. Ginger is an excellent herb to add to other herbs to enhance their effectiveness.

Ginger contains protein, Vitamins A, C and B-Complex. It also contains calcium, phosphorus, iron, potassium and magnesium.

Hops

Hops is recognized for its remarkable sedative powers. It is known as the best nervine in the herb kingdom.

Hops contains appetizing and tonic properties as well as sedative properties. It acts as a stimulant to the glands and muscles of the stomach and at the same time calms the hyperexcitability to gastric nerves. It has a relaxing influence upon the liver and gall duct and is also a laxative to the bowels.

Hops is rich in the Vitamin B-Complex. It contains magnesium, zinc, copper, traces of iodine, manganese, iron and sodium.

Juniper Berries

Juniper is used when uric acid is being retained in the system. It is an excellent disease preventative. It has the ability to restore the pancreas where there has been no permanent damage. It is excellent for infections. Juniper is high in Vitamin C and it contains sulphur, copper, and a high content of colealt.

Kelp Plant

Kelp is a good promoter of glandular health. It controls the thyroid and regulates the metabolism, which helps digest food. Kelp has the reputation of speeding up the burning of excess calories by controlling the body's metabolism and is helpful in nourishment of the body with its ability to stimulate metabolism.

Kelp contains all the minerals considered vital to health and it has a beneficial effect on many disorders of the body. It is called a sustainer to the nervous system and the brain, helping the brain to function normally.

Kelp is rich in the Vitamin B-Complex. It contains Vitamins A, C, E and Q. It also contains anti-sterility Vitamin S, and it has anti-hemorrhage Vitamin K.

Licorice

Licorice is a source of the female hormone estrogen. It is a very important herb for female complaints. Licorice works as a stimulant on the adrenal glands. It contains glycosides, which can chemically purge excess fluid from the lungs, throat and body. It will supply energy to the system. It works as a laxative and helps in inflammation of the intestinal tract and relieves ulcer conditions.

Licorice contains Vitamin E, phosphorus, B-Complex, biotin, niacin, and pantothenic acid. It also contains lecithin, manganese, iodine, chromium and zinc.

Nettle

The Nettles plant contains alkaloids that neutralize uric acid which help in rheumatism. It is rich in iron which is vital in circulation and helpful in high blood pressure.

Nettle is rich in chlorophyll, iron, silicon, and potassium. It is rich in vitamins A and C. It also contains vitamins E, F, and P, calcium, sulphur, sodium, copper, manganese, chromium, and zinc. It contains first-class calcium and vitamin D.

Parsley

Parsley is used a preventative herb. It is so nutritious that it increases resistance to infections and diseases. The roots or leaves are very good for all lover and spleen problems. It has a tonic effect on the entire urinary system. It has been used as a cancer preventative.

Parsley is high in vitamin B and potassium. It is said to contain a substance in which cancer cells cannot multiply. It is rich in iron, chlorophyll, and vitamins A and C. Parsley increases iron content in the blood.

Rhubarb Root

Rhubarb is a mild stimulating tonic to the liver, gall ducts, and mucous membranes in the intestines. It acts as a laxative, clearing the cause of intestinal irritants and checking diarrhea with astringent action. Rhubarb acts as a gentle cathartic. It has been used in almost all thyroid diseases when fecal matter is accumulated in the intestines or to prevent such an accumulation.

Rhubarb contains vitamins A, C and B-complex. It is high in calcium. It also contains sodium, potassium, some iron, sulphur, phosphorus, cobalt, nickel, and tin.

Sarsaparilla

Sarsaparilla is valuable for glandular balance. Its stimulating properties are noted for increasing the metabolic rate. It contains progesterone, a valuable hormone which is normally produced by the ovaries in the female. It increases circulation to Rheumatic Joints. It stimulates breathing in problems of congestion.

Sarsaparilla contains B-Complex, Vitamins A, C, and D.

Skullcap

It is called a food for nerves, supporting and strengthening them as it gives immediate relief of all chronic and acute diseases stemming from nervous affections and debility.

Scullcap is high in calcium, potassium and magnesium. It also contains Vitamins C and E, and iron and zinc.